Chicken and Basil Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Chicken and Basil Meatballs! Made with lean ground chicken, fragrant fresh basil, and a touch of parmesan, these meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and brimming with Italian-inspired goodness. A hint of garlic and the perfect balance of panko breadcrumbs soaked in milk give them a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these meatballs are a healthier yet indulgent option that's both quick and easy to prepare. Serve them with your favorite pasta, marinara sauce, or a crisp salad for a delicious meal that’s as versatile as it is satisfying. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or entertaining guests, these chicken and basil meatballs are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 20 grams Fresh basil leaves
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 1 unit Egg
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 50 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 30 ml Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the milk.
Finely chop the basil leaves and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, chopped basil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
Using clean hands or a spoon, mix everything together until evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the meatballs dense.
With damp hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball (approx. 1.5 inches in diameter). Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each meatball.
Brush or lightly drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown and stay moist while cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair them with pasta, a dipping sauce, or a side of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.8 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 673 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 3996 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 133.8 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 771 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 3010 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
