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Spring Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs

Spring Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs

Delightful Spring Lemon Garlic Chicken Meatballs bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Mixture
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Cooking Mixture
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice for sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, add additional lemon juice and parsley, and bring to a simmer.
  3. Cover and cook for an additional 15-18 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
  4. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize your meatballs with different proteins or added vegetables, such as spinach or red pepper. Letting the dish rest before serving ensures optimal flavor development.

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