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Chicken Meatballs

These Chicken Meatballs contain 9g protein and 121 calories per serving — an efficient micro-protein option for snacking or appetizers. Quick-preps 32 servings on the stovetop, making them ideal for batch-cooking protein-packed portions to pair with larger meals throughout the week. Use these to fill gaps between main dishes when you're short of your daily protein target.

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Ingredients

32 servings
  • Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(240g)
  • 2% Milk(80g)
  • Ground Chicken(907g)

    Usually near ground turkey in the meat section. Check fat % on label.

  • Egg, Whole, Large(100g)
  • Garlic(300g)
  • Parmesan Cheese(240g)

    Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Combine the panko and milk in a small bowl, stirring until evenly moistened. Let soak for 5–10 minutes while you prepare remaining ingredients.
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, eggs, fresh garlic (minced), grated Parmesan, salt, onion powder, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and the soaked panko mixture. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—do not overmix.
  3. 3Oil your hands lightly with olive oil. Using a medium cookie scoop or spoon, form the mixture into 32 balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and arrange them on two large stovetop-safe skillets or griddles in a single layer.
  4. 4Heat two large skillets over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes until hot. Place half the meatballs in each skillet in a single layer without crowding. Cook for 8–10 minutes, rolling them halfway through, until browned on all sides and the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured with an instant-read thermometer.
  5. 5Transfer the meatballs to a wire cooling rack as they finish cooking. Once all 32 meatballs are cooked and cooled for 5 minutes, divide evenly into 4 airtight containers while still warm.
  6. 6Cool completely before sealing the containers, then refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition — Per Serving

121

calories

9g

protein

5g

fat

Carbohydrates
10g
Saturated fat
2.0g
Sodium
214 mg
Dietary fiber
0.5g

32 servings per batch · ~58g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Chicken Meatballs have per serving?

Each meatball delivers 9g of protein with only 121 calories, making them a lean option for hitting protein targets without excess calories. The macro split is 5g fat and 10g carbs per serving.

How long does it take to prep Chicken Meatballs?

This recipe has quick prep time and yields 32 servings, so you can batch-cook enough meatballs for multiple weeks in one stovetop session. That means minimal time investment for a month's worth of protein-packed portions.

Are Chicken Meatballs good for fat loss?

At 121 calories and 9g protein per serving, these meatballs are excellent for fat loss phases where you need high-volume, low-calorie options to stay full. You can eat several servings without significantly impacting your daily calorie budget.

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