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chicken piccata meatballs

Irresistible 30-Minute Chicken Piccata Meatballs Recipe


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A twist on classic chicken piccata, these meatballs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a tangy lemon-caper sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp capers, drained
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return meatballs to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in butter until melted. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • For extra richness, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
  • Serve over pasta or with crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: chicken piccata meatballs, Italian meatballs, lemon caper chicken