Description
Easy Baked Chicken Meatballs are a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner option made with lean ground chicken and simple seasonings. Ready in under 30 minutes, these tender, juicy meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and customizable to suit various flavor profiles and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Baking
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and help the meatballs brown evenly.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to gently mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, avoiding over-mixing to prevent dense meatballs.
- Shape the Meatballs: Scoop the mixture using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and roll into uniform meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet for even cooking.
- Bake to Perfection: Spray the tops of the meatballs lightly with olive oil spray to encourage browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F and are golden brown on the outside.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping them moist and tender.
Notes
- Use cold ground chicken and eggs for easier handling and better texture.
- Mix ingredients just until combined to avoid tough meatballs.
- Use a scoop or tablespoon to keep meatballs uniform in size for even cooking.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked meatballs.
- Gloves can be worn during shaping to minimize mess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg