Irresistible Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs
These Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are a delicious and healthy meal option packed with garlic, herbs, feta, and lean ground chicken. Perfect as a main dish, appetizer, or meal prep favorite!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken lean and healthy
- ½ cup breadcrumbs use gluten-free if desired
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 egg for binding
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are measured and ready to go.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and feta until combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Cook meatballs for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Check one meatball to ensure no pinkness remains inside and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm with tzatziki sauce, salad, or pita bread, and garnish with extra parsley or feta.
Notes
For a lighter option, bake meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Avoid overmixing to keep them tender and moist.