Learn how to make the BEST Chicken Meatballs! Made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, whole milk and parmesan cheese to make them juicy and tender. Use this all purpose recipe anytime you need to make a lighter alternative to beef meatballs!

If you love easy meatball recipes then give my Meatball Stroganoff a try!

White bowl full of baked chicken meatballs.

If you need an easy go-to dinner option, these best baked chicken meatballs are going to be your new favorite. They are easy to make, use one bowl, are great for meal-prep, and are SO versatile!

Simply mix together the flavorful ingredients in a bowl, form into balls, and bake! It seriously couldn’t get any easier.

You can pair them with different sauces like slow cooker tomato sauce, my bourbon barbecue sauce recipe, buffalo sauce, or homemade teriyaki sauce!

Kelley Simmons Kelley’s Tips

Before You Get Started

  • Don’t over mix! When making the meatball mixture, make sure you don’t over mix the ingredients. Just mix everything until it is combined, and gently form the meatballs. This will ensure tender chicken meatballs, instead of tough or rubbery ones!
  • Watch them while under the broiler! I like to broil them at the end just to get a little more color and crust on the outside, but please keep an eye on them and don’t let them burn during this part.
  • If you prefer, you can make these meatballs with ground turkey for a similar flavor. You can also make them with beef or even pork, but these will be a lot richer in taste!
Kelley
Chicken meatballs lined up in a baking dish after being baked.

How to Make The BEST Juicy Chicken Meatballs

  1. Add ingredients / Mix Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, parsley, breadcrumbs, cheese Worcestershire sauce, and milk. Mix just until combined, don’t over mix. I find just using your hands works best.
Ground chicken and other ingredients in mixing bowl.
  1. Make into Meatballs: Portion into meatballs, about 22-24 meatballs.
Meat mixture in a bowl with a cookie scoop to form meatballs.
  1. Place in Baking Dish: Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Add in the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Raw chicken meatballs in a white baking dish.
  1. Broil & Serve: To get more color on your meatballs, you can broil them for 1-2 minutes after cooking. Serve these meatballs with your favorite tomato sauce, buffalo sauce or curry! Enjoy!
Chicken meatballs after being baked in a white baking dish.

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Up close shot of chicken meatballs with one missing a bite.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to serve with Chicken Meatballs

You can serve these chicken meatballs in so many ways! Serve them with dipping sauces like teriyaki sauce, BBQ, or a simple spicy mayo. You can also toss them into your favorite pasta sauces like tomato sauce or pesto sauce and serve with fresh pasta! These are also delicious in curries like my vegetable curry recipe!

How do I keep my meatballs from becoming tough?

To keep your meatballs from becoming tough, make sure to add the right amount of breadcrumbs and egg. This will ensure that there is just the right amount of binder, but not too much. Then, make sure to gently mix the meat mixture and don’t pack the meat too much when making the meatballs! All of these steps will ensure tender and moist meatballs.

How should I store leftover baked chicken meatballs?

To store, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave until heated through!

These chicken meatballs freeze really well too! Simply bake, cool then throw into freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months!

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    Recipe

    Chicken Meatballs

    5 from 1 vote
    These Best Chicken Meatballs are a wonderful healthier alternative to classic meatballs. Made from ground chicken, these succulent meatballs are seasoned to perfection and baked for simplicity!
    Author: Kelley Simmons
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Serves 22 -24 people
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    Ingredients 

    • 1 lb ground chicken
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/4 tsp pepper
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
    • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
    • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
    • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/4 cup whole milk

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 13 x 9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
      In a large bowl combine ground chicken, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, parsley, breadcrumbs, cheese, Worcestershire sauce and milk. Mix just until combine, don't overmix. I find just using your hands works best.
    • Portion into meatballs (I got about 22-24 meatballs).
      Add the meatballs to the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
    • To get some more color on your meatballs you can broil them for 1-2 minutes after cooking.
      You can pair them with different sauces like slow cooker tomato sauce, my bourbon barbecue sauce recipe, buffalo sauce, or homemade teriyaki sauce!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 0.3mg

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