Chicken Piccata Meatballs
With its flavorful combination of tender chicken meatballs and tangy piccata sauce, this recipe is sure to become a favorite! Enjoy the deliciousness and simplicity of these chicken piccata meatballs for a satisfying meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 egg beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
For the Piccata Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers drained
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs:In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, beaten egg, salt, and pepper.Mix until well combined, then form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Cook the Meatballs:Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Cook in batches if necessary.Cook the meatballs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Piccata Sauce:In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.Add the drained capers and chopped parsley to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine the Meatballs and Sauce:Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, tossing them gently in the piccata sauce to coat.Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the meatballs to absorb some of the sauce and heat through.
- Serve:Transfer the chicken piccata meatballs to a serving dish or individual plates.Spoon some of the sauce over the meatballs and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.Serve hot and enjoy!