Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs Recipe | Juicy Homemade Chicken Meatballs

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Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs Recipe | Juicy Homemade Chicken Meatballs

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 Chicken meatball are a light, flavorful, and protein-packed meal that combines tender ground chicken with fresh herbs, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and bright lemon zest. These Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs are juicy on the inside, lightly golden on the outside, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean-inspired flavors. They make an excellent choice for quick weeknight dinners, healthy meal prep, appetizers, or family meals. 

The combination of parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, and lemon zest creates a fresh and aromatic flavor profile, while Parmesan cheese adds a savory richness. Breadcrumbs and egg help keep the meatballs tender and moist, and a touch of olive oil ensures they remain juicy during cooking. Whether baked or pan-seared, these meatballs develop a beautiful golden crust while staying soft and flavorful inside. 

Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs pair perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, salads, couscous, or warm pita bread. They can also be served with tzatziki sauce, garlic yogurt sauce, or a simple lemon butter sauce for an extra burst of flavor. 

Easy to prepare in under an hour, these homemade chicken meatballs are a versatile recipe that's both wholesome and delicious for any occasion. 

Cooking Method


  1.  Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). 
  2.  In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. 
  3.  Mix gently until just combined without overworking the mixture. 
  4.  Shape into 18–20 equal-sized meatballs. 
  5.  Arrange the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking tray. 


Bake

 

  1.  Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). 


Optional Lemon Butter Sauce

 

  1.  Melt the butter in a small skillet. 
  2.  Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley. 
  3.  Toss the baked meatballs gently in the sauce until evenly coated. 
  4.  Garnish with fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, and lemon wedges before serving.

 

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Meatballs : 1 lb (450g) ground chicken ,, ½ cup breadcrumbs ,, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ,, 1 large egg

Meatballs : 3 garlic cloves, minced ,, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped ,, 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped ,, 1 tsp dried oregano

Meatballs : 1 tsp lemon zest ,, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice ,, 2 tbsp olive oil

Meatballs : 1 tsp salt ,, ½ tsp black pepper

Optional Lemon Butter Sauce : 2 tbsp butter ,, 2 tbsp lemon juice

Optional Lemon Butter Sauce : 1 tsp lemon zest ,, 2 tbsp chopped parsley

Garnish : Fresh parsley ,, Lemon wedges ,, Grated Parmesan cheese

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