Name: Italian Chicken & Veggie Meatballs
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 18 min
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1 cup shredded zucchini (pressed to remove excess moisture); ½ cup quick cooking oats; ½ cup ricotta; ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (finely chopped); 1 tbsp dried parsley OR ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tsp basil; 1 tsp fennel; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp onion powder; ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Italian Chicken & Veggie Meatballs

Healthy and irresistibly delicious in every bite. These Italian chicken meatballs combine lean protein, hidden veggies, creamy ricotta, and herbs for the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition.

Course: Mains

Cuisine: Italian

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 18

Ingredients Instructions Video

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 cup shredded zucchini pressed to remove excess moisture
½ cup quick cooking oats
½ cup ricotta
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil finely chopped
1 tbsp dried parsley OR ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp basil
1 tsp fennel
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp salt
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix until well-combined.
Shape into 22-26 meatballs and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.