Chicken Meatballs

Cookinero 9 Apr 2025

Most often, meatballs are made from minced meat, but we have an unusual recipe. From it, you will learn how to make meatballs from minced chicken. Such meatballs will be hearty and tasty, and it will not be difficult to cook them. And this is also an ideal option for those on a diet.

How to cook Chicken Meatballs

Step 1

Chicken Meatballs

Prepare the "dough" for the chicken meatballs. Finely chop half an onion and cloves of garlic. Add them to the minced chicken along with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Chicken Meatballs

Heat a frying pan with vegetable oil. Form meatballs, fry them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 3

Chicken Meatballs

To make the mushroom sauce, finely chop the remaining half of the onion. Melt the frying pan with vegetable and butter, fry the onion.

Step 4

Chicken Meatballs

Cut the mushrooms into thin slices, add them to the onions in the pan, fry until golden brown.

Step 5

Chicken Meatballs

Add sour cream, salt, pepper and water to the pan, stir and bring to a boil. Transfer the meatballs to the pan with the sauce, cover and simmer for 15 minutes over low heat. Add the bay leaf 3 minutes before the end of cooking.

Step 6

Chicken Meatballs

Place the meatballs on a plate, pour the sauce over them and garnish with herbs. Enjoy!

Chicken Meatballs - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, ground turkey works well as a substitute for chicken and will provide a similar texture. Adjust seasoning as needed since turkey can be slightly blander.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with plant-based ground meat or mashed beans, and use a dairy-free sour cream alternative.
Freeze cooked meatballs (without sauce) on a tray before transferring to a bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating in sauce.
Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. This reduces oil while maintaining flavor.
Serve with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Fresh bread also complements the sauce well.
For thicker sauce, simmer uncovered longer or add a cornstarch slurry. Add broth or water to thin if needed.
Yes, substitute 1/2 tsp pre-minced garlic per clove. Add it when sautéing onions for balanced flavor.

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