Description
These juicy Chicken Meatballs are tender, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian herbs, they bake up moist and delicious. Serve them alongside pasta, rice, or vegetables, or tuck them into sandwiches for a versatile, family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Meatball Mixture
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Baking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly and thoroughly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined to avoid tough meatballs.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 16 to 18 evenly sized meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Prepare for Baking: Lightly brush the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown nicely in the oven while keeping them moist.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Enjoy the meatballs hot with your choice of marinara sauce, pasta, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to keep the texture tender and moist.
- Cooked meatballs freeze well for up to 3 months, making them perfect for meal prep and quick meals later on.
- Using parchment paper on the baking sheet ensures the meatballs don’t stick and makes cleanup easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
