Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty herbs, and creamy feta cheese that will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean. Perfect for any occasion, these meatballs are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve them with tzatziki sauce, pasta, or on their own as an irresistible appetizer. Gather your friends and family for a meal that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 meatballs 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, feta cheese, egg, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Gently fold in toasted pine nuts.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter).
- Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sauté the meatballs in a pan for a few minutes before baking. Consider substituting quinoa for breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. Experiment with spices such as paprika or cumin for additional depth.