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A tray of glazed BBQ chicken meatballs garnished with fresh parsley

BBQ Chicken Meatballs

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg , beaten
  • 1/4 cup mil k
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  4. Scoop approximately 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls, placing them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. Remove from the oven and brush each meatball generously with barbecue sauce.
  7. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.