Chicken Meatballs
Juicy, golden-brown chicken meatballs made with simple pantry staples. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, served over pasta, rice, or in a sandwich.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, 1 egg, 0.5 cup breadcrumbs, 2 minced garlic cloves, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overwork.
- 2
Shape the mixture into 12 equal meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer, leaving space between them; cook in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
- 4
Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (no pink in the center, internal temperature 165°F).
- 5
Transfer the meatballs to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite sauce or as is.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- large skillet
- spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
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