Description
These Saucy Chicken Piccata Meatballs are a flavorful twist on the classic dish, combining tender chicken meatballs with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Extra parsley and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form into 16–18 small meatballs.
- Sear the Meatballs: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 6–8 minutes total. Remove to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the white wine (or extra broth) and scrape up any browned bits. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook uncovered for 8–10 minutes, or until cooked through and the sauce has reduced slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the butter until melted and glossy. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
- These meatballs pair perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- You can double the sauce if you prefer a more generous serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
