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Chicken Piccata Meatballs

Chicken Piccata Meatballs

Experience the joy of cooking with this recipe that perfectly balances the zesty punch of lemon with the subtle bite of capers.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • For the sauce:
    • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • Additional chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  3. Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add lemon juice and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, stirring to loosen browned bits.
  5. Add Capers and Butter: Stir in capers and butter until the butter melts and the sauce thickens.
  6. Combine and Serve: Return meatballs to the skillet, coating them with the sauce. Heat through for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with parsley.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes