Description
These Chicken Piccata Meatballs offer a delightful twist on the classic Italian-American dish, ingeniously adapting the tangy and savory flavors of traditional chicken piccata into juicy, bite-sized meatballs. Each meatball is infused with the zest of lemon and mixed with garlic, parsley, and Parmesan, delivering a burst of bright and cheesy flavors. Pan-fried to perfection, these meatballs are then simmered in a silky sauce rich with lemon juice, capers, and a touch of butter, creating a mouthwatering glaze that beautifully coats each piece. Serve these meatballs as a chic appetizer or as the centerpiece of a comforting dinner, paired with pasta, a fresh salad, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Additional chopped parsley and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add butter and stir until melted and the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with extra parsley and lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: lunch
- Method: Pan frying
- Cuisine: italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg