Description
Comforting and simple, these baked chicken meatballs are perfect for a cozy family dinner. Tender and flavorful, they impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Roll portions of the mixture into balls, each about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve the meatballs, optionally with marinara sauce on the side or poured over the top.
- Enjoy these meatballs with family and friends or as part of a hearty meal!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
