Description
A simple recipe for savory Greek-style chicken meatballs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the meatballs in the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Work in batches if necessary.
- Cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Notes
- Serve these meatballs with tzatziki sauce or lemon wedges.
- You can bake these meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 75
Keywords: Greek, chicken meatballs, keftedes, ground chicken, easy dinner, savory