Dairy-Free Savory Chicken Meatballs
Discover the perfect blend of flavor and simplicity with Dairy-Free Savory Chicken Meatballs, a wholesome recipe designed for those craving comfort food without dairy. Made with tender ground chicken, fragrant garlic, fresh parsley, and a touch of soy sauce for umami depth, these meatballs are hearty yet light. The addition of dairy-free breadcrumbs ensures they're ideal for anyone with dietary restrictions, while the hybrid cooking method—pan-searing followed by baking—creates a delectably crispy exterior and juicy center. Ready in under 35 minutes, these meatballs make an easy weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for gatherings. Pair them with a fresh salad or your favorite veggies for a well-rounded, dairy-free feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (dairy-free)
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, dairy-free breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Mix all the ingredients together using your hands or a spoon until well combined. Make sure not to overwork the mixture.
Use a small ice cream scoop or your hands to form meatballs approximately 1 inch in diameter. Set the meatballs aside on a plate.
Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned.
Transfer the skillet with the meatballs to the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs warm, with your choice of side dishes, such as a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 571 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 4125 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 111.2 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3134 mg | 67% | |
*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.
