Lemon Chicken Meatballs

26m
Serves 12
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Directions

  1. 1Combine ground chicken, half of the garlic, grated cheese, panko, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Combine.
  2. 2Add EVOO to a got skillet and place mini meatballs. Rotate and cook until browned on all sides. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  3. 3Add butter and remaining garlic to the same skillet and sauté, being sure to scrape any bits off the bottom of the pot.
  4. 4Whisk in flour and cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5SLOWLY whisk in chicken broth until a creamy sauce forms. Then add in lemon juice and capers.
  6. 6Return meatballs to your pot, cover and simmer on low. Toss meatballs in your creamy lemon sauce until fully coated.
  7. 7Serve over rice, mashed potatoes or pasta - garnish with extra parsley & grated cheese!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Chicken
  • 6 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 0.5 C Grated Parmesan
  • 0.75 C Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 2 TBSP Lemon Zest
  • 2 TBSP Fresh Parsley, minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 TBSP EVOO
  • 2 TBSP Butter
  • 1.5 tsp Flour
  • 1 C Chicken Broth
  • 0.5 Lemon Lemon, juiced
  • 2 TBSP Capers

Equipment

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