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Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs for Quick Dinners

Enjoy the flavors of Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs, a quick dinner option that's family-friendly and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken dark meat creates a juicier bite
  • 3/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs can be replaced with standard breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg helps bind all ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes use oil-packed, properly patted dry versions
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese can be swapped with crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese can be omitted for dairy-free
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic yields the best taste
  • 2 Green Onions can substitute with shallots
  • 1/4 cup Parsley fresh for flavor
  • Salt and Pepper adjust to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning is a suitable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest omitting the zest is fine, but keep the juice
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for balance
For Serving
  • Tzatziki Sauce pairs beautifully with meatballs, homemade or store-bought
  • Couscous or Rice Pilaf delicious bases for serving

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mince garlic, chop sun-dried tomatoes, slice green onions, and chop fresh parsley. Zest and juice the lemon.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, and egg. Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, Parmesan, green onions, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, lemon zest, and juice. Mix until just combined.
  4. Roll the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the meatballs rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These meatballs are adaptable, allowing for various herbs or cheeses. Store cooked meatballs in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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