Description
These Chicken Piccata Meatballs are a fresh and zesty twist on the classic Italian dish. Juicy ground chicken meatballs are simmered in a buttery lemon-caper sauce, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Serve them over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
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1 lb ground chicken
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 large egg
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
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2 tbsp capers, drained
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
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Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
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Form into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add chicken broth, lemon juice, capers, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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(Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce slightly, cooking for 1–2 more minutes.
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Return meatballs to the pan and spoon sauce over them. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve warm.
Notes
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You can swap ground chicken for ground turkey if preferred.
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Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.
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Serve with spaghetti, mashed potatoes, or even cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 125mg