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Chicken Meatballs

Juicy baked meatballs made with ground chicken.
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Western
Diet Low Fat
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 293kcal
Author Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (453g) ground chicken
  • ½ cup (60g) grated parmesan
  • ⅓ cup (33g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup (236ml) chicken broth
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • Crushed red pepper flakes or Tabasco sauce, and to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 390 degrees F / 198 degrees C.
  • In a large bowl, add ground chicken, a beaten egg, salt, spices grated parmesan, panko, chopped parsley and tomato paste.
  • Mix all of the ingredients using a spoon, spatula or hands until just combined.
  • Using wet hands, form balls 2-3 inches in diameter, and place into a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Pour the broth (chicken, vegetable) into the baking dish and brush the tops of the meatballs with olive oil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until the temperature of the meatballs reaches at least 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • Allow the meatballs to cool slightly for several minutes, then serve with the broth.

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Notes

  • Choose ground chicken that is a mixture of light and dark meat for more moisture. 
  • Breadcrumbs, cheese, and egg each play an essential role in adding moisture and helping the meatballs hold their shape. 
  • Chicken has a mild flavor, so season generously.
  • Use an ice cream scoop to make uniform meatballs. 
  • Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
  • Rest the meatballs before serving.
  • Storage - keep in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 730mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 699IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg