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A close-up shot of perfectly baked chicken meatballs, showcasing their juicy texture and golden-brown exterior, sprinkled with fresh parsley.
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatballs (The Juiciest Recipe!)

These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatballs are incredibly juicy, packed with savory flavor, and easy to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, appetizer, or meal prep, this recipe guarantees tender, mouthwatering results every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 22 meatballs
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken (93/7 recommended)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated Parmesan, Panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Using your hands or a spatula, mix the ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls (about 20-22 meatballs) and place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcalProtein: 4gFat: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For extra flavor, you can briefly broil the meatballs for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to get a deeper golden-brown color on top.
Tip 2: Don't use lean ground chicken breast, as the higher fat content in 93/7 ground chicken is essential for keeping the meatballs moist and juicy.
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