Description
Savor Mediterranean charm with these delightful chicken meatballs that blend aromatic herbs and zesty spices into a culinary journey. Rich Mediterranean flavors dance on your palate, promising a delectable escape that satisfies comfort and gourmet cravings in one delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs and Spices:
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Blend ground chicken with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, onion, egg, parsley, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients form a harmonious mixture.
- Craft compact spherical morsels approximately one inch in diameter, ensuring uniform size for consistent cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a substantial skillet over medium heat (around 350°F), carefully positioning meatballs to prevent overcrowding.
- Sear meatballs for 4-5 minutes per side, rotating gently to achieve a golden-brown exterior and ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Delicately cascade marinara sauce over the sizzling meatballs, reducing heat and allowing them to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, enabling flavor infusion.
- Plate the succulent meatballs as a versatile dish – perfect as an appetizer, accompanied by pasta, or nestled within a warm pita pocket.
Notes
- Choose lean ground chicken for a healthier protein option that keeps the meatballs moist and tender.
- Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before shaping to help meatballs hold their shape and prevent crumbling during cooking.
- Use a light touch when mixing and forming meatballs to ensure they remain soft and juicy instead of dense and tough.
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or ground oats for a celiac-friendly version that maintains the same delicious texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg