Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan

Chicken meatballs with Parmesan are a delightful twist on a classic dish. Infused with the rich, nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are not only scrumptious but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for a hassle-free weeknight dinner. Each bite is packed with flavor, ensuring they are a hit among both children and adults. Serve them over a bed of freshly cooked pasta, or enjoy them with a side of steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.

These chicken meatballs with parmesan are super delicious paired with pasta and green beans. My favorite pasta to serve with these meatballs is simple. Cook the pasta according to the instructions and then add some salted butter, garlic powder, grated parmesan, and loads of Italian seasoning. Another dish to pair with these chicken meatballs are air fryer crispy potatoes and broccoli. The possibilities are endless.

Ingredients

For these chicken meatballs with parmesan, the bold flavor comes from fresh garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, and parmesan.

• Ground Chicken
• Eggs
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Garlic
• Black Pepper
• Lawry's Garlic Salt or regular salt
• Dried Parsley
• Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• Olive Oil

See recipe card for quantities and notes.

Instructions

1. Try to get as much moisture as you can out of the ground chicken. You can press it out with paper towels.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your ground chicken, freshly minced garlic, 1 egg, parmesan, and all of your other seasonings.
3. Once everything is fully combined, make the mixture into small balls that are about 2 tablespoon big. Size just depends on your preferences. I like to use gloves and roll them with my hands.
4. Get your pan hot on medium high heat and add in a couple tablespoons of olive oil.
5. Lay the meatballs in and make sure that none of them are touching. After a couple minutes they should be browning on the side making contact with the pan.
6. Once the first spot is browned, rotate them and keep doing this until they are fully cooked and the internal temp reaches 165°F.
7. Enjoy with some veggies and your favorite pasta!

Hints: Make sure your pan is very hot and oiled before adding the meatballs. Wait for the meatballs to brown a little bit before turning them so that they don't fall apart. They are fragile when they are raw. Keep a spatula and a pair of tongs handy. If you like them spicier, use more crushed red pepper flakes.

Equipment.

• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Large Skillet, you don't want them touching!
• Spatula
• Mixing Bowl
• Gloves, optional

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Good for 2-3 days.

Once cooked, you could freeze these and throw them in the crockpot for an easy dinner.

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Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan

Chicken meatballs with Parmesan are a delightful twist on a classic dish. Infused with the rich, nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are not only scrumptious but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for a hassle-free weeknight dinner. Each bite is packed with flavor, ensuring they are a hit among both children and adults. Serve them over a bed of freshly cooked pasta, or enjoy them with a side of steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 4

Calories 373 kcal

Equipment

• Mixing Bowl
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons
• spatula
• Skillet

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb Ground Chicken
• 1 Egg
• ⅔ Cups Parmesan Grated
• 3-4 Garlic Cloves
• Black Pepper to your preference
• Lawry's Garlic Salt to your preference
• 2 tablespoon dried parsley
• ¼ tsp-½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions

 

• Try to get as much moisture as you can out of the ground chicken. You can press it out with paper towels.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine your ground chicken, freshly minced garlic, 1 egg, parmesan, and all of your other seasonings.
• Once everything is fully combined, make the mixture into small balls that are about 2 tablespoon big. Size just depends on your preferences. I like to use gloves and roll them with my hands.
• Get your pan hot on medium high heat and add in a couple tablespoons of olive oil.
• Lay the meatballs in and make sure that none of them are touching. After a couple minutes they should be browning on the side making contact with the pan.
• Once the first spot is browned, rotate them and keep doing this until they are fully cooked and the internal temp reaches 165°F.
• Enjoy with some veggies and your favorite pasta!

Notes

Try to remove as much moisture as you can so that the meatballs are easier to cook.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 28gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 356mgPotassium: 658mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 209IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 226mgIron: 2mg

Keyword 30 minute meal, easy dinner

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Food safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C.)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
• Wash hands after touching raw meat.
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.