Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs: A Flavorful and Healthy Delight
These Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy delight! They’re easy to make, packed with fresh ingredients, and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken (or ground turkey)
- ¼ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon each salt and black pepper
- Squeeze of lemon, optional
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, sun-dried tomatoes, feta and parmesan cheeses, garlic, green onions, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape Meatballs: Using a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Serve: Squeeze a little lemon juice over the meatballs (if desired) and serve alongside a Mediterranean salad, or create bowls with brown rice, homemade tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies.
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