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Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs

Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs Packed with Flavor and Love

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs bursting with flavor, perfect for any meal plan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano or thyme
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper or cayenne for spice
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for frying or roasting
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce or marinara sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  3. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve hot with tzatziki sauce, in pita pockets, or over couscous.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.

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