Cheesy Chicken Meatballs
Cheesy chicken meatballs are so juicy and full of flavor! They are easy to make with just a few basic ingredients, easy to bake in the oven and can be served as an appetizer or for a family dinner!
Yield: 20 meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground chicken (I use breast meat)
- ¼ cup onion, finely diced (or grated)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For serving: BBQ sauce or ketchup, warmed, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Combine all ingredients for the meatballs in a large bowl and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Roll the meatballs into small balls - about the size of a golf ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake at 400 for 20-24 minutes, until cooked through. (Exact time will depend on the size of your meatballs.) Serve hot.
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Notes
Ground chicken: I use the lean ground chicken (about 90-93% lean) and tend to get the chicken breast. You can use mixed ground chicken (dark and white meat) if you prefer.
Onion: This needs to be finely chopped or grated. We want it to kinda melt into the meatballs, not live big onion chunks.
Cheese: I go with sharp white cheddar cheese, but another kind of cheddar would be fine, too. You could also try these with an Italian blend cheese if you'd rather.
Breadcrumbs: Just plain breadcrumbs work great here. If Italian style is all you have, that's fine, too.
Serving ideas: Use as an appetizer with a dip (such as BBQ sauce or ketchup) or make a main meal and serve over spaghetti or even mashed potatoes or polenta. You can also make meatballs subs or pizza.
Storage tips: Leftovers, once cooled, will keep in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 4-5 days. You can also freeze the baked meatballs for up to 5-6 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and then reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 118mg | Sugar: 1g
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