Description
Chicken Pesto Meatballs are a delightful blend of juicy ground chicken and vibrant basil pesto, creating a flavor-packed dish that is perfect for any gathering. These easy-to-make meatballs are not only visually appealing with their rich green hue but also incredibly versatile, pairing beautifully with pasta, salads, or in sandwiches. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an impromptu get-together with friends, these meatballs promise to steal the spotlight and create unforgettable memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and half of the pesto sauce. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drizzle remaining pesto sauce over the warm meatballs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg