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Mini Chicken Meatballs

Mini Chicken Meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for parties, game day, or quick weeknight dinners. Made with ground chicken, they are a healthier alternative to traditional meatballs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Olive oil for cooking For frying or greasing the baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until well combined.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet with olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in size.
Cooking
  1. If baking, place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  2. If frying, cook in the skillet for about 10 minutes, turning until browned and cooked through.
  3. Serve warm as an appetizer or as part of a meal.

Notes

For extra flavor, add spices like Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper flakes. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs until it holds together well. Avoid overcooking to maintain juiciness.