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Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs

Enjoy a lighter twist on meatballs with these gluten-free baked chicken meatballs. Tender, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Keyword: healthy baked chicken meatballs, chicken meatball recipe, how to make healthy baked meatballs
Servings: 40 meatballs
Author: Olga Klyuchits

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 small onion finely minced
  • 2-4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2-3 Tablespoons olive oil divided (for sauteing the onion and garlic, and to brush meatballs before baking)
  • ⅔ cup oatmeal old fashioned oats or quick cooking oats
  • ¼ cup water or milk for the oatmeal
  • 1 egg
  • 3 Tablespoons Greek yogurt unflavored(you can also use sour cream instead)
  • 1-2 teaspoons dry herbs and spices such as onion/garlic powder, dry thyme, rosemary, parsley, paprika, etc.
  • 1 ½ - 2 teaspoons salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and brush the bottom with a little oil to prevent sticking.
  • 2. Sauté the onion and garlic. In a skillet, heat about 1 - 1.5 Tablespoons olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until the onions are tender and lightly golden on medium low heat, 5-8 minutes. Let them cool for a few minutes.
  • 3. Prepare the binding ingredients. In a blender or food processor, grind the oatmeal until it’s finer. Pour a splash of water or milk over the oatmeal and set it aside for a few minutes to soak. Then, add the egg and Greek yogurt—toss it all into the blender for a quick mix!
  • 4. Combine all the meatball ingredients.  In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, sautéed onion and garlic, soaked oatmeal, egg, yogurt, your favorite dry herbs and spices, and salt and pepper until everything is well combined.
  • 5. Form the meatballs. Scoop out about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture for each meatball. Place them on your prepared baking sheet.
  • 6. Brush with olive oil. Brush the tops and sides of the meatballs with the remaining olive oil for a crispy finish.
  • 7. Bake the meatballs. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes. Then, switch on the broiler to 475°F and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, watching closely until the meatballs are lightly golden brown. If your meatballs are larger, they may need a bit more time.
  • 8. Serve hot.Enjoy the meatballs hot on their own, or add them to your favorite sauce for a delicious meal. 
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