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Chicken Carrot Meatballs Recipe

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These Chicken Carrot Meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatballs, combining lean ground chicken with grated carrots and savory spices. Baked to perfection, they are tender, flavorful, and perfect served with pasta, sauce, or as a protein-packed snack.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 20 meatballs

Ingredients

Meatball Ingredients

  • ¾ cup finely grated carrots
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400℉ to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly and thoroughly.
  2. Prepare Carrots: Place the finely grated carrots into a clean towel and squeeze out some of the moisture. This ensures the meatballs won’t become too wet and fall apart during cooking.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Transfer the squeezed carrots to a large mixing bowl. Add ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, onion powder, Italian seasoning, sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, parmesan cheese, and the egg. Mix everything together thoroughly using clean hands or a spoon until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. Shape Meatballs: Gently roll the meat mixture into golf-ball sized portions. This size ensures even cooking without drying out.
  5. Arrange Meatballs: Place the meatballs in a single layer on a large baking sheet, making sure they are spaced slightly apart for even cooking.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165℉ (74℃).
  7. Serve: Enjoy the meatballs warm with your favorite sauce, pasta, or vegetables. Leftovers can be cooled completely and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Notes

  • Ensure to squeeze the grated carrots well to remove excess moisture for better binding.
  • Use a meat thermometer to verify internal temperature for food safety.
  • Panko breadcrumbs help keep the meatballs light and tender; you can substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
  • Customize seasoning according to your preference by adding fresh herbs or extra spices.
  • These meatballs freeze well; freeze cooked meatballs in a single layer then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/chicken-carrot-meatballs-recipe/