Baked Chicken Meatballs
Baked Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and juicy dish that brings together the goodness of lean ground chicken and aromatic herbs. These easy-to-make meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or as crowd-pleasing appetizers at gatherings. With a crispy exterior and tender interior, they pair wonderfully with marinara sauce, pasta, or salad. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful recipe that promises satisfaction in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each).
- Place the meatballs evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
- Serve the meatballs drizzled with warm marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg