Ingredients
– For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest
– For the Piccata Sauce:
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/2 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Making Chicken Piccata Meatballs is simple and fun! Follow these steps to create your dish:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
5. Prepare Piccata Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the white wine (or chicken broth) and simmer for a few minutes to reduce slightly.
6. Add Broth and Capers: Stir in the chicken broth, capers, and lemon juice. Allow simmering for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Add Meatballs to Sauce: Gently add baked meatballs to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over them, allowing them to cook for a few more minutes to soak up the flavors.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These steps ensure you achieve juicy, flavor-packed Chicken Piccata Meatballs that will impress everyone at your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g