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Chicken Piccata Meatballs

A quick and easy recipe for chicken piccata meatballs with zesty lemon sauce and capers, perfect for a cozy dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté briefly.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, then stir in capers.
  6. Simmer until the sauce thickens and the meatballs are cooked through.
  7. Serve with buttery pasta, mashed potatoes, or salad as desired.

Notes

For a juicier meatball, avoid overmixing the chicken mixture and don’t overcook the meatballs.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Poultry

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken meatballs, piccata, easy dinner, Italian recipe, comfort food