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Golden baked chicken meatballs on a grey plate with fresh herbs and a bowl of red dipping sauce.

Zesty Herb Baked Chicken Meatballs

These tender, flavorful baked chicken meatballs are packed with fresh herbs, garlic, and a hint of lemon, making them a delicious and healthy addition to any meal or a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1.25 lbs Ground Chicken lean
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular
  • 1 Large Egg lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup Yellow Onion finely minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Oregano chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil for drizzling
Optional for Serving
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, finely minced yellow onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh oregano, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Using your hands or a spoon, gently mix all ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch (2.5 cm) meatballs. You should get approximately 20-24 meatballs. Place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
  5. Drizzle the meatballs lightly with olive oil. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly golden brown. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball should register 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from the oven. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired. These meatballs are great with pasta, in a sub, or as an appetizer.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese to the meatball mixture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They also freeze well after cooking.