Are you looking for a simple and delicious recipe for ground chicken meatballs? If so, you've come to the right place! Ground chicken meatballs are a great way to use up leftover chicken and they're also a healthier alternative to beef or pork meatballs. Plus, they're incredibly versatile and can be served with a variety of different sauces and sides. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect ground chicken meatballs, along with some helpful tips and tricks for making them even more flavorful. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started!
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BAKED CHICKEN MEATBALLS
The BEST healthy baked chicken meatballs with spinach. Made in the oven, serve these easy chicken meatballs with pasta, zoodles, or sandwich rolls.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Appetizer Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Beat the egg in the bottom of a large bowl. Add the chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, 1 tablespoon olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon tomato paste. Finely chop the spinach so that it is in small bits, then add it to the bowl.
- With a fork or your hands, mix until well combined, being careful not to compact the meat.
- Shape the mixture into 12 meatballs and arrange them in the prepared baking dish, 1-inch apart, so they do not touch.
- Whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste in a small bowl. It won't be perfectly smooth but will bake up just fine. Brush over the top of the meatballs.
- Bake the meatballs in the upper third of the oven for 18 to 22 minutes until cooked through. Serve hot with pasta, zucchini noodles, inside a hoagie bun, or any way you choose!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 meatball (without pasta or additional sauce), Calories 107 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g
EASY BAKED CHICKEN MEATBALLS
Easy Baked Chicken Meatballs are a total family favorite! You'll love how easy they come together. They can be eaten plain, or served up in classics like spaghetti and meatballs and meatball subs.
Provided by Rachel Farnsworth
Categories Main Dish
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray a 9 x 13 pan or baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl combine ground chicken, bread crumbs, parmesan, garlic, basil, salt, and red pepper flakes. Add in milk, egg, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape into 1 to 1.5 inch balls. Whatever size you choose, they should all be roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Bake for 25 -30 minutes. For extra crispy add another 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 220 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN MEATBALLS AND SPAGHETTI
Chicken meatballs and spaghetti is a great alternative to beef or pork. Now, I love beef and pork, but I wanted to give my family something different. This is a recipe for a family of five, plus a little extra for leftovers.
Provided by Kimberly Anne Thomas
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Stir together the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, water, and basil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes while preparing meatballs.
- Mix together the ground chicken, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Roll into 1 inch balls. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Brown the meatballs on all sides. Add meatballs to the simmering pasta sauce and cook until internal temperature of meatballs reaches a minimum of 160 degrees F (72 degrees C), about 30 minutes.
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti, and return to a boil. Cook until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.9 calories, Carbohydrate 65.9 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 42.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 876.3 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
EASY CHICKEN MEATBALLS (5 INGREDIENTS!)
These Easy Chicken Meatballs are a staple in our household. With only five simple ingredients, that add both moisture and maximum flavor to a blank canvas of ground chicken breast, the possibilities are endless to meal preparations. Toss everything together in about five minutes, baked for 15, and they're done. Keep in the fridge to pull our for salads and bowls throughout the week, or freeze so you can pull them out when you need them.
Provided by Nicole
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. Palce in the food processor. Pulse until the chicken is starting to grind. Leave the mixer on and let the meat grind. It should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Once the meat is ground, remove the blade. Add in the grated onion, grated garlic, egg, panko, and salt. Use hands to gently combine everything together. Do not overmix.
- Use a small cookie or ice cream scoop to form the chicken mixture into 25 meatballs. Place on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Damp hands with cold water. Roll into uniform meatballs. Place in the oven and bake until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
- Serve right away or cool completely and store in an airtight containter. Freeze for up to two months.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 27 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 121 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g
BEST ANYTIME BAKED CHICKEN MEATBALLS
These Baked Chicken Meatballs are the BEST! The perfect addition to any meal or to eat right on their own. Bonus: they're meal-prep friendly to stock up throughout the week!
Provided by Lindsay
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and a little cooking spray.
- Mix all the ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
- Roll the mixture into about 30 small balls. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Sugar 0.6 g, Sodium 466 mg, Fat 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, TransFat 0.2 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19.5 g, Cholesterol 90.3 mg
GREEK CHICKEN MEATBALLS RECIPE
Meatballs are so versatile and can accommodate any taste or flavor. This unique recipe for Greek Chicken Meatballs is the perfect blend of Greek flavors that will have you wanting more.
Provided by Becky Hardin
Categories Appetizer
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
- Form the mixture into 24-28 meatballs, and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 22-25 minutes until lightly browned on the outside.
- For a complete meal, serve with tomatoes, cucumber, tzatziki and your favorite grain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 92 mg, Sodium 296 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN MEATBALLS
I wanted to make chicken meatballs for quite some time and was never able to find a good recipe. I came across one, but modified it based on my own preferences. I thought these came our absolutely delicious and served them with pasta and marinara sauce and homemade garlic bread!
Provided by Jen619
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Combine chicken, egg, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, bread crumbs, basil, red pepper, garlic powder, salt, pepper, parsley, and oregano in a freezer-safe bowl and mix well. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes to make the mixture firmer and easier to handle.
- Use an ice cream scoop or cookie scoop to form the mixture into about 14 meatballs a little larger than a golf ball. Add a piece of mozzarella cheese to the center of each meatball, making sure cheese is covered by meat. Place meatballs on a nonstick baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 83.8 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 299 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
BAKED CHICKEN MEATBALLS
Delicious freezer-friendly Chicken Meatballs are baked in the oven to crispy perfection. They're so versatile, you can serve them with anything!
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Main Course side course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil or spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl and use your hands or a spoon mix everything together. Scoop the mixture into 25- 30 small meatballs, and place them on a baking sheet ½ inch apart.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Leftover meatballs will store well in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 meatballs, Calories 39 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 89 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g
CHICKEN MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY
Chicken dinner takes a new shape with these savory meatballs! They're baked, not fried, for a hands-off, mess-free meal. Serve over your favorite pasta and sauce, or alongside your favorite vegetables. Hint: Make a double batch and freeze half for another night!
Provided by Betsy Carter
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 14 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden brown, about 7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat and let the onion mixture cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, panko, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and the onion mixture and use your hands to mix until just combined.
- Roll the chicken mixture into 1½-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake the meatballs until browned and cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Serve with pasta and sauce of your choice.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 1 gram
CHICKEN MEATBALLS
These ground chicken meatballs are moist & juicy. Serve with pasta, as an appetizer, or in soup!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Appetizer Chicken Dinner Main Course Party Food
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix just until combined.
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Divide and roll meat mixture into 1″ meatballs (24 meatballs) and place on baking pan.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or just until cooked. (Do not overbake)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 89 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY BAKED CHICKEN MEATBALL RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 206 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 36 meatballs (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Served over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice, these Chicken Swedish Meatballs are full of flavor and are sure to satisfy! The meatballs are made with ingredients like garlic powder and parmesan, while the sauce is deep with flavors from bone broth and dijon mustard. This is an easy dish you don't want to miss out on!
Provided by Becky Hardin
Categories Appetizer
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat
- In a large bowl combine meatball ingredients by hand
- Measure and roll approximately 40 (1 inch) meatballs and placed on your prepared baking sheet.
- Place baking sheet into preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes.
- In a large sauce pan over medium heat, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook for about one minute until bubbly. Add chicken broth, pepper, Dijon mustard, sour cream, Parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Once a low boil is reached, reduce heat to low and continue to simmer until meatballs are done.
- Once meatballs are cooked, immediately move them to the sauce pan to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 244 mg, Sodium 1429 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose the right ground chicken. Look for ground chicken that is fresh and has a good texture. Avoid ground chicken that is too wet or slimy.
- Season the meatballs well. Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the meatballs. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and oregano.
- Don't overmix the meatballs. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Form the meatballs into uniform sizes. This will help them cook evenly.
- Cook the meatballs thoroughly. The meatballs should be cooked until they are no longer pink in the center.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or teriyaki sauce are all good options.
Conclusion:
Ground chicken meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, ground chicken meatballs are a great option.
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