Description
Hearty spinach meatballs bring Italian comfort to your dinner table with a nutritious twist. Packed with herbal notes and lean protein, these delectable bites will satisfy hungry diners seeking a wholesome meal you can enjoy with pride.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 pounds ground chicken (93% Lean | 7% Fat)
- 8 ounces feta cheese, finely crumbled
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 20 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
Binding and Seasoning:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup almond meal or almond flour (use breadcrumbs for non-low-carb version)
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1½ teaspoons pepper
Instructions
- Organize all ingredients and kitchen tools before initiating the meatball preparation process.
- Blend almond meal with aromatic dried oregano, then incorporate salt and ground black pepper to create a foundational seasoning mixture.
- Whisk eggs thoroughly, then fold into the seasoned almond meal, ensuring complete integration of liquid and dry components.
- Introduce finely chopped spinach leaves, crumbled feta cheese, freshly minced parsley, diced onion, and crushed garlic into the developing mixture.
- Gently fold ground chicken into the herb-laden mixture, maintaining a light touch to prevent dense meatball texture.
- Use a precise portioning scoop to shape uniform meatballs, placing them strategically on parchment-lined baking sheets with slight separation.
- Slide baking sheets into a preheated oven set at 400°F, allowing meatballs to roast until golden exterior develops and internal temperature reaches safe cooking point, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let meatballs rest momentarily, allowing residual heat to complete cooking and juices to redistribute throughout the protein.
Notes
- These protein-packed meatballs deliver a delightful Mediterranean twist with spinach and feta.
- Almond meal replaces traditional breadcrumbs, making this recipe naturally gluten-free and low-carb friendly.
- Gentle mixing prevents tough meatballs, ensuring a tender and juicy texture every time.
- Freezer-friendly option allows you to prepare a batch ahead and reheat for quick meals.
- Fresh herbs like parsley and oregano elevate the flavor profile with vibrant, aromatic notes.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F for perfectly cooked ground chicken meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg