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Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs: Easy No Breadcrumb Recipe

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Juicy, flavorful chicken meatballs made without breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes. A healthy, gluten-free dinner option that’s perfect for meal prep and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground chicken (preferably thigh)
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons grated onion (from about 1/4 small onion)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (for serving, optional)
  • Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Grate the onion on the fine side of a box grater to get about 2 tablespoons of onion pulp and juice. Do not drain completely.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated onion, egg, and olive oil. Mix gently with your hands or a fork until just combined.
  4. Add the Parmesan, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix gently until the spices are evenly distributed.
  5. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into 1.5-inch balls (about the size of a golf ball). You should get 16 to 18 meatballs. Place them on the prepared wire rack, leaving space between each.
  6. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Rotate the tray halfway through for even browning.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the meatballs rest on the rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For juicier meatballs, use ground chicken thigh. Don’t overmix the meat mixture. Let meatballs rest after baking to redistribute juices. If you don’t have a wire rack, flip meatballs halfway through baking. For air fryer: cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.

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