Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground chicken or ground turkey
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1/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
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1/4 cup feta cheese
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
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1/4 cup green onions, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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Squeeze of lemon, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
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In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, sun dried tomatoes, feta and parmesan cheeses, garlic, green onions, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together using a spoon or your hands until fully combined.
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Using a small to medium cookie scoop (1.5 tablespoon size suggested), form 2-inch sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the meatballs for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through.
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Squeeze a little lemon juice over the meatballs if desired, and serve alongside a Mediterranean salad or bowls with brown rice, homemade tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies.