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Plate of Mediterranean chicken meatballs garnished with herbs and served with sauce

Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs

Delicious and versatile Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs, made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and cheese, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer the meatballs to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Notes

Serve with tzatziki or marinara sauce, pasta, or couscous. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.