Description
Tender and juicy baked chicken meatballs made with garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or meal prep, these oven-baked meatballs are flavorful, easy, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground chicken, fresh breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated parmesan, chopped parsley, milk, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until just mixed.
- Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches each, and place them slightly spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley or parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Do not overmix the chicken mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized portions.
- For extra browning, lightly brush the tops with a little olive oil before baking.
- These meatballs freeze well for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg