Description

These Chicken Piccata Meatballs are a flavorful twist on a classic Italian dish, combining juicy ground chicken with a zesty lemon-caper sauce. A lighter protein dinner idea that’s perfect over pasta, potatoes, or veggies. This easy chicken meatball recipe is ideal for weeknights, meal prep, or entertaining.

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 large egg

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter (plus 1 tablespoon for sauce)

1 cup chicken broth

2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

2 tablespoons capers, drained

Extra parsley and lemon slices, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Combine ground chicken, garlic, onion, parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix gently until just combined.

2. Form mixture into evenly sized meatballs using hands or a scoop.

3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches and sear until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, reduce heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter, lemon juice, chicken broth, and capers. Stir and scrape browned bits from the pan.

5. Return meatballs to skillet. Spoon sauce over and let simmer on low for 10 minutes or until fully cooked through.

6. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve hot over your favorite base with extra sauce.

Notes

Don’t overmix the chicken mixture—keep it light for tender meatballs.

Capers add the signature briny flavor—don’t skip them unless necessary.

For best results, sear meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs
Calories: 365
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 640
Fat: 23
Saturated Fat: 7
Unsaturated Fat: 13
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 9
Fiber: 1
Protein: 28
Cholesterol: 125