recipe Healthy Chicken Meatballs
There's something so comforting and nourishing about a warm bowl of homemade meatballs. These Healthy Chicken Meatballs are light, protein-packed, and bursting with flavor—thanks to fresh herbs, garlic, and Kakadoodle's locally sourced, chemical-free ingredients. Whether you're serving them with zucchini noodles or tucked into crisp lettuce wraps, they’re a delicious, family-friendly way to eat clean and feel good.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb Local Ground Chicken
- 1/3 cup almond flour (or oat flour)
- 1 Egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley or fresh basil
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for pan or baking)
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- Optional: Mozzarella balls to melt on top at the end!
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (or air fryer to 375°F).
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except olive oil. Mix gently—just until combined. Avoid overworking the meat for best texture.
- Form into 1-inch meatballs (you’ll get about 16–18).
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To Bake: Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush or spray lightly with olive oil, and bake for 18–20 minutes.
To Air Fry: Spray meatballs lightly with oil, place in air fryer basket, and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway. -
Serving Suggestions:
- Simmer in marinara for 30 minutes for deeper flavor
- Serve over zucchini noodles
- Nestle into lettuce wraps with a dollop of tzatziki
These meatballs are a testament to how nourishing can also mean delicious. Made with clean, local ingredients you can trust, this dish supports both your health and sustainable farming practices in our community.
Thank you to Erin Utz, Dietitian Nutritionist, for inspiring us to keep things real, wholesome, and flavorful.
Follow her on social at @ErinUtz_RD.
