Family Recipe: Chicken Meatball

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Olive oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, milk, onion, garlic, egg, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are well combined.
2. Using a medium cookie scoop, scoop mixture out and shape into 1 1/2 inch balls. Place the meatballs on a plate or tray. Continue until no mixture remains.
3. In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil. When hot, add the meatballs, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned on one side, then flip to brown the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
4. When all of the meatballs are browned, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F.
5. Remove the lid and continue cooking for another minute or two to crisp up the exterior of the meatballs.
6. Remove the meatballs from the pan with a slotted spoon and serve.

Serving Suggestions:

The chicken meatballs can be served as a main dish with marinara sauce and spaghetti, or as an appetizer with a dipping sauce like sweet chili sauce or honey mustard. You can also top the meatballs with grated parmesan cheese and chopped herbs like basil or parsley to garnish. Enjoy hot!

Verdict:

These chicken meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make family recipe that everyone will love. They are flavorful and tender, not too heavy, and can be paired with a variety of sauces and sides. Perfect for any occasion or weeknight dinner.