Description
Easy Baked Chicken Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and quick to make. Baked instead of fried, they’re a healthier, mess-free option perfect for weeknight meals, meal prep, or snacks. They pair well with pasta, rice, salads, or sauces.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup onion, finely grated or minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, Parmesan (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Scoop and roll mixture into 1 to 1½-inch meatballs and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly brush or spray the tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving or tossing in sauce.
Notes
- Add chopped spinach or grated zucchini for extra veggies.
- Switch up the seasoning to match your sauce—like taco or curry blends.
- Insert small mozzarella cubes into the center for a cheesy surprise.
- Broil for the last 1–2 minutes if you want more browning.
- Freeze raw or baked meatballs for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
