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Baked Greek Chicken Meatballs Recipe

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These Baked Greek Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful, healthy dish featuring ground chicken blended with traditional Greek herbs and spices. They’re tender, juicy, and baked to golden perfection, making them a perfect protein-packed option for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Gluten-free and easy to make, they’re a delicious take on classic meatballs with a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients

Meatball Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs (680g) ground chicken or turkey (5-10% fat)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 cup (96 g) almond flour (or gluten free breadcrumbs)
  • 1 egg, whisked
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

  1. Prep: Place an oven rack in the upper third of your oven and preheat to 400°F (205°C). Lightly grease or line a large rimmed baking sheet and set aside.
  2. Combine: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken or turkey, minced garlic, almond flour, whisked egg, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried rosemary.
  3. Mix: Use your hands to mix all ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined and a uniform mixture forms.
  4. Roll: Scoop out the mixture and roll into even-sized meatballs about 1-2 inches in diameter. You should yield approximately 18-20 meatballs. Lightly grease your hands with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Bake: Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 1/2 inch apart so they don’t touch. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (74°C) and the outsides are lightly golden brown.
  6. Store: Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.

Notes

  • Substitute almond flour with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a different texture.
  • To ensure meatballs cook evenly, do not overcrowd the baking sheet.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness for food safety.
  • These meatballs can also be frozen after baking and reheated later.
  • Serve with tzatziki or a Greek salad for a complete meal.

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