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Saucy Chicken Piccata Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

 Enjoy the classic flavors of chicken piccata in a fun and easy meatball form. These Saucy Chicken Piccata Meatballs are tender, flavorful, and bathed in a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 large egg
  • 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs, plain or seasoned
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 12 tablespoons olive oil

For the Pan Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons butter, salted or unsalted
  • 1 large shallot, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers, plus more to preference

 


Instructions

  1. Make Meatball Mixture:
    • Beat egg in a bowl.
    • Add garlic, parsley, ricotta, parmesan, breadcrumbs, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
    • Stir to combine.
    • Add ground chicken, mix gently.
  2. Shape Meatballs:
    • Scoop and roll meatballs.
    • Place on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Sear Meatballs:
    • Heat oil in a skillet.
    • Sear meatballs on all sides, in batches.
    • Set aside.
  4. Make Pan Sauce:
    • Melt butter in the skillet.
    • Add shallot, cook until translucent.
    • Add garlic, cook until fragrant.
    • Sprinkle with flour, stir.
    • Slowly add broth, lemon juice, and capers.
    • Simmer.
  5. Combine and Simmer:
    • Add meatballs to the sauce.
    • Simmer for 10-15 minutes, until sauce thickens.
  6. Serve:
    • Garnish with parsley.
    • Serve with sides.

Notes

  • Add broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.
  • Read the blog post for additional tips and tricks.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg