Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs 🍽️
Looking for a fresh and flavorful addition to your meal rotation? These Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are the perfect blend of savory and tangy, packed with sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer or incorporating them into a hearty meal, these meatballs are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken or ground turkey 🍗
- 1/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs 🍞
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, chopped 🍅
- 1/4 cup feta cheese 🧀
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese 🧀
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder) 🧄
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 🧅
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper 🧂
- Squeeze of lemon, optional 🍋
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick spray. 🔥
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, green onions, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined, using a spoon or your hands. 🍲
- Form the Meatballs
- Using a small to medium cookie scoop (about 1.2 tablespoons), shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should end up with approximately 18 meatballs. 🧆
- Bake the Meatballs
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the meatballs are lightly browned and cooked through. ⏳
- Serve
- If desired, squeeze a little lemon juice over the meatballs before serving. Enjoy them alongside a Mediterranean salad, or create a delicious bowl with brown rice, homemade tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies. 🍋🥗🍚
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: Approx. 250 Kcal per serving
- Servings: 18 meatballs
Enjoy these Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs as a versatile and tasty dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Bon appétit!
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs 🍽️
- Total Time: 40min
- Yield: 18 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken or ground turkey 🍗
1/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs 🍞
1 egg 🥚
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, chopped 🍅
1/4 cup feta cheese 🧀
1/4 cup parmesan cheese 🧀
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder) 🧄
1/4 cup green onions, chopped 🧅
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper 🧂
Squeeze of lemon, optional 🍋
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray. 🔥
2️⃣ In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, sun-dried tomatoes, feta and parmesan cheeses, garlic, green onions, parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Mix everything together using a spoon or your hands until well combined. 🍲
3️⃣ Using a small to medium cookie scoop (about 1.2 tablespoons), form 2-inch sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should get about 18 meatballs. 🧆
4️⃣ Pop the sheet pan in the oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, until the meatballs are lightly browned and cooked through. ⏳
5️⃣ Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top (if desired) and serve alongside a Mediterranean salad or make bowls with brown rice, homemade tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies! 🍋🥗🍚
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 25min
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 Kcal