Balsamic Herb Chicken Meatballs
Servings 4 Servings
Cost $10
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground chicken (or ground turkey)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 2 Tbl. Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. Lemon pepper
- 1 Tbl. Balsamic vinegar, plus more to serve
- Salt + pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon pepper, and balsamic vinegar. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and let rest for at least 30 minutes on the counter or overnight in the fridge.
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-heat.
- By the spoonful, form the meat mixture into meatballs the size of 2-3 tablespoons worth.
- Place the meatballs in the pan an inch apart and cook on each side foor 2-3 minutes, or until lightly browned and cooked through. You may have to work in batches.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of parmesan and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
- Serve with you favorite pasta dish, meat sauce, sub sandwich, polenta, or as a finger food for your next party event!
Notes
To Freeze: After cooking and letting cool, flash freeze the meatballs on a tray for 20 minutes before storing in a freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 months