Description
Juicy Baked Chicken Meatballs are a delicious and healthier twist on the classic meatball. These tender, flavorful meatballs are infused with garlic and fresh herbs, making them perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile, they can be served as an appetizer or tossed in pasta with your favorite sauce. With a golden crust and juicy interior, these meatballs will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over each meatball for added crispiness. Optionally sprinkle with extra salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving; enjoy with marinara sauce or tossed in pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg