Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Delicious and healthy Chicken Parmesan Meatballs, perfect for a low-carb, keto-friendly dinner. A flavorful twist on a classic comfort food that's easy to make!
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Shallow bowl
- Oven-safe skillet
- Cookie Scoop
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup Keto Marinara Sauce
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (part of 1 1/3 cups, for meatballs)
- 2/3 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Olive oil for frying
For the Breading
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup pork panko
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (remaining part of 1 1/3 cups, for breading)
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, beaten egg, minced garlic, 1 cup of parmesan cheese, tomato paste, fresh chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Mix just until everything is combined, being careful not to over-mix, as this keeps your meatballs tender. Set this mixture aside.
- In a separate, shallow bowl, whisk together the almond flour, pork panko, the remaining 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese, dried parsley, and dried basil. This will be your simple, flavorful breading!
- For easy shaping, use a cookie scoop or your hands to form uniform meatballs. Dampen your hands slightly if the mixture feels a bit sticky – this helps the healthy breading adhere perfectly!
- Gently roll each meatball in the breading mixture, aiming for a light, even coating. Avoid pressing too hard. Place them on a platter or baking sheet lined with parchment paper as you go.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning them frequently, until golden on all sides. This adds amazing flavor! Once browned, briefly place them on paper towels to absorb any extra oil.
- After browning all the meatballs, turn off the heat. Carefully wipe any excess oil from the skillet, then pour in your delicious Keto Marinara Sauce. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, spooning a little sauce over each one, and then sprinkle generously with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes. Your meatballs are perfectly cooked when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The mozzarella will be bubbly and golden – a sign of healthy perfection!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 407 kcal
Total Carbs: 5g
Net Carbs: 4g
Fats: 24g
Protein: 37g #KetoMeatballs #HealthyChickenParm #LowCarbDinner #EasyWeeknightMeal
Calories: 407 kcal
Total Carbs: 5g
Net Carbs: 4g
Fats: 24g
Protein: 37g #KetoMeatballs #HealthyChickenParm #LowCarbDinner #EasyWeeknightMeal
