Description
These Chicken Meatballs are juicy and flavorful, made with ground chicken, garlic, onion, and a blend of Italian seasoning. Perfectly baked or fried, they make a great appetizer or can be served with marinara sauce for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Marinara sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking, or heat oil in a skillet over medium heat if frying.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and arrange them on a baking sheet if baking or set aside if frying.
- If baking, place the meatballs on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. If frying, heat oil in the skillet and cook the meatballs for about 5-7 minutes per side, until they are golden and fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven or skillet and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can bake these meatballs instead of frying them.
- These meatballs freeze well, so you can make a large batch and store them for later use.
- Feel free to add other seasonings or ingredients, such as grated Parmesan or red pepper flakes, for a flavor boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg