Description
These Chicken Piccata Meatballs take all the bright, zesty flavors of classic chicken piccata and turn them into tender, juicy meatballs simmered in a luscious lemon-caper sauce. With a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and herby flavors, this dish is a delightful twist on a traditional favorite. Serve these meatballs over pasta, rice, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve the meatballs garnished with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of butter at the end.
- These meatballs pair beautifully with angel hair pasta, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- To add a crispier texture, bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes before adding them to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg