Mediterranean Diet Crispy Chicken Balls
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these Mediterranean Diet Crispy Chicken Balls! Packed with wholesome ingredients like lean ground chicken, creamy crumbled feta, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley and oregano, this dish is a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. The addition of breadcrumbs ensures a perfectly crisp texture, while a hint of lemon juice and cayenne pepper adds a zesty kick. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these protein-packed bites are ideal for anyone following a Mediterranean diet or simply looking for a healthier alternative to fried snacks. Perfect as a main course alongside a Greek salad or as a party appetizer with a dollop of tzatziki, these chicken balls are as versatile as they are delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, red onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, egg, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture into the chicken mixture and combine well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
With moistened hands, form the mixture into small balls, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them onto the prepared baking tray.
Lightly brush the top of the chicken balls with a small amount of additional olive oil to help them crisp during baking.
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken balls are golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
These chicken balls can be served with a side salad, tzatziki sauce, or your favorite dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.5 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 727 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 5477 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 135.3 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3220 mg | 69% | |
*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.
