These flavorful chicken meatballs are easy to make either in the oven or on the stovetop, and can be served in many different ways!

Meatballs are a staple meal in our home – and we eat some variety, whether it’s classic homemade meatballs, Greek meatballs, or these chicken meatballs – at least once a week for dinner.

This chicken meatball recipe is easy to make with a handful of simple ingredients in less than 30 minutes. You can cook them on the stovetop or bake them in the oven, and they can be served in so many ways!

Chicken Meatballs: Ingredients & Substitutions

• Ground chicken. If you’re looking to make a different kind of meatball, try these classic homemade meatballs or healthy turkey meatballs).
• Whole milk. 2% milk, half and half or cream can be used in place of whole milk.
• Worcestershire Sauce. In a pinch you could substitute BBQ sauce or omit it all together.
• Breadcrumbs. For a different binding agent use quick-cooking oats or oat flour.
• Parmesan cheese. I don’t suggest omitting or substituting the parmesan.
• Garlic/Onion powder. you can use minced garlic and finely minced onion (1 Tablespoon each) in place of the powders.

How to make Chicken Meatballs

We’ll walk through making this chicken meatballs recipe in two ways: 1) on the stovetop and 2) baked in the oven. Don’t forget to watch the video!

Make the chicken meatball mixture:

Begin this recipe by making the meatball mixture. Combine ground chicken, egg, milk and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl.

Then add the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and pepper and stir until evenly distributed.

Next, use a small cookie scoop or measuring spoon and measure out 1 Tablespoon portions of the chicken meatball mixture.

Then roll it into balls with your hands.

To cook on the stovetop:

If you prefer to cook the chicken meatballs on the stovetop, being by heating 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a nonstick fry pan over medium heat.

Then, add half of the meatballs (12) and cover.

Cook, covered, on one side for 4-5 minutes or until they are golden-brown.

Remove lid and flip the chicken meatballs. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until they are golden brown and the internal temperature is 160 degrees F.

To bake in the oven

If you’d prefer to make baked chicken meatballs, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Then, grease a large baking sheet and set it aside.

Then, put the rolled chicken meatballs on a greased baking sheet evenly spread out.

Next, bake the chicken meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.

Serve

I make these chicken meatballs often when my babies are learning how to eat solid foods. Meat is difficult for them to chew, but meatballs are soft and yummy and easy for little eaters to enjoy!

For adults and people who don’t have trouble chewing meat (haha, this is how my brain works after spending 12 years having 6 kids), here are some delicious serving suggestions:

• Toss the chicken meatballs in homemade basil pesto sauce or this delicious avocado pasta sauce.
• Try serving them dipped in this homemade cheese sauce or tzatziki sauce.
• With your favorite store-bought pasta, or your own homemade whole wheat pasta!
• As an appetizer! 
• Make them into a healthier meatball sub!
• Make any one of our salad recipes or vegetable recipes and serve them on the side.

Store

Store leftover chicken meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Freeze

Or you can freeze the chicken meatballs:

1. Place the baked chicken meatballs in an even layer on a baking sheet.
2. Flash-freeze in the freezer until hardened.
3. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to two months.
4. Thaw them covered in an oven set to warm or by simmering them them in your favorite sauce.

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