Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs
Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs are a delightful culinary adventure, bringing the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your dinner table. These juicy, herb-infused chicken meatballs, enriched with tangy feta and aromatic garlic, are incredibly easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, they can be served in various ways—from a rich tomato sauce over pasta to a fresh pita wrap. Experience an explosion of flavors that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, feta, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add crushed tomatoes and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Simmer gently.
- Once meatballs are done, transfer them into the sauce and let them soak for about five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 643mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor complexity, add spices like cumin or smoked paprika. Feel free to substitute ground chicken with turkey or lean beef. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently.