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Caesar Chicken Meatballs

Caesar Chicken Meatballs
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Sink your fork into the ultimate tender, savory, and cheesy bite with these Caesar Chicken Meatballs bursting with the flavors of the Tijuana classic salad. 

  • Author: Nicole Stover
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Chilling Time: 30
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 18-20 meatballs 1x
  • Category: Entree/Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet onion diced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons Italian parsley chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste, optional
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional for serving

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet with olive oil over medium. Add the onions and cook for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 60 seconds until fragrant. Turn off the heat.
  4. Add the panko and parsley to the pan and stir to combine. Let the mixture cool completely.
  5. In a small bowl add the egg, mayo, lemon zest, pepper, salt, Dijon, Worcestershire, and anchovy paste if using. Stir to completely combine.
  6. Add the ground chicken to a large bowl along with the cooled breadcrumbs, wet ingredients, and parmesan. Gently mix to just combine.
  7. Use a small scoop or metal tablespoon to form the meatballs and then roll them. The mixture is sticky so wet your hands to make it easier. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Allow the meatballs to refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes.
  9. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  10. Place the baking sheet in the oven and allow the meatballs to cook for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature is 165.
  11. Let cool. Garnish with additional parmesan and parsley if desired.

Notes

  1. Prior to forming your meatballs cook a test patty of the mixture and taste for flavor. Add any additional seasoning if needed. 

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