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Baked Chicken Meatballs

Baked Chicken Meatballs: Juicy, Healthy, and So Easy to Love

Baked Chicken Meatballs are a healthy, juicy twist on a classic comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken choose a blend of dark and white meat for extra juiciness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast for vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or almond flour for low-carb option
  • 1 large Egg essential binder
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; fresh gives the best taste
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder garlic powder is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust according to taste
  • cooking spray Cooking Spray or olive oil to prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, and chopped parsley or spinach. Add onion powder, salt, and pepper, then mix gently.
  3. Roll the mixture into balls about 1½ inches in diameter and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray or brush them with olive oil. Sprinkle extra salt or pepper if desired.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy in pasta, salads, or with sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs freeze beautifully and can be reheated directly from the freezer for meal prep convenience.

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