Description
These savory Tuscan chicken meatballs are a light and healthy dinner option, bursting with Mediterranean flavors. By combining lean ground chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic Italian herbs, you achieve a dish that is both tender and robust. Perfect for serving over your favorite pasta, zoodles, or with crusty bread, these meatballs provide a superior protein-rich meal that is simple to prepare and satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb Ground Chicken
1/2 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes, finely chopped
1 cup Fresh Spinach, wilted and chopped
1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
Combine ground chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, and seasoning in a large bowl.
Mix ingredients gently by hand until just combined to ensure a tender texture.
Form the mixture into uniform balls approximately two inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place meatballs in the pan and sear until all sides are golden brown and cooked through.
Optionally simmer in a light tomato-based sauce before serving.
Notes
Ensure spinach is well-drained after wilting to prevent excess moisture. Do not overwork the meat mixture to maintain a light, pillowy interior. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg