Easy Baked Chicken Meatballs
Delicious and healthy baked chicken meatballs packed with flavor, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 2 pounds ground chicken (94% lean)
- 1 large egg
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
For the Herb Butter Sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
- Pinch salt
Optional for Serving
- crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or spray it with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients together using a large spoon or spatula.
- Scoop a portion of the mixture, about 2 Tablespoons (30–35g) in size. Roll it into a ball with your hands and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture until you have around 35 meatballs.
Cooking
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through, ensuring meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and lemon juice. Cook until the butter is fully melted.
- Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh herbs.
- Brush or spoon the buttery sauce over the meatballs when they come out of the oven. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
Serving
- Serve the warm meatballs with the remaining herb butter sauce, over your choice of pasta or zucchini noodles.
Notes
To store leftovers, place cooked meatballs in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.