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| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
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Serving Size 1 (161g) Recipe makes 4 servings |
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| Calories 325 | ||
| Calories from Fat 142 | (43%) | |
| Amount Per Serving | %DV | |
| Total Fat 15.9g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 22% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 7.6g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g | ||
| Trans Fat 0.0g | ||
| Cholesterol 143mg | 47% | |
| Sodium 686mg | 28% | |
| Potassium 339mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.4g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 4% | |
| Sugars 1.1g | ||
| Protein 32.6g | 65% | |
Chicken Meatballs For Spaghetti and Meatballs
By: HEP MEP
Jan 27, 2003
Once you try these, you'll never go back to beef meatballs.(Well, maybe YOU will!) I searched all over the Internet for chicken meatballs, and found these on eatchicken.com. The texture is much lighter than regular meatballs,and they are downright tasty! Haven't used beef for spaghetti since,and I found this over 2 years ago. The recipe also came with a sauce, but I figured that everyone has their own favorite marinara sauce already. Enjoy!
SERVES 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano (or the equivalent dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
1
Place ground chicken,egg,1/2 cup Parmesan,bread crumbs, garlic,oregano and 1/2 tsp salt in a medium bowl.2
Knead mixture together with hand till evenly combined.3
Form mixture into 1-inch balls.4
In large non-stick skillet,warm olive oil over high heat.5
Place meatballs in pan,up to 8 at a time,and cook until all sides are browned,approximately 8 minutes for each meatball.6
Remove with slotted spoon,and add to your favorite spaghetti sauce.
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From: Gumboot Gourmet
On Oct 2, 2009
I took another reviewer suggestion & baked these in the oven, so I was able omit the olive oil making for a lighter meal. Suggested servings is four, but I have enough meatballs for six at least. The ground chicken has a bit different texture than beef, but I think this is something that you get over very quickly. I will be making these again.
From: Chef #1144987
On Aug 10, 2009
We have made these a couple of times and we like having a chicken (or turkey) option for meatballs. I agree that the flavor is a little bland compared to traditional meatballs, but the family still enjoys them.
From: Lightly Toasted
On Sep 8, 2004
MEP, these are great! I tripled the recipe (to freeze) so I baked in a 400 degree oven for 25 minutes. Wonderful flavor and texture.
From: BrendaM
On Aug 26, 2003
MEP, these were fantastic! I made them for supper tonight to go with our spaghetti! The only change I made was to add an extra clove of garlic, since both DH and I are garlic lovers! These meatballs will be a regular in our house from now on! Thanks for sharing this great recipe MEP!
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