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Spicy Chicken Meatballs
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Spicy Chicken Meatballs

These spicy chicken meatballs are juicy, bold, and beautifully balanced with warm spices and cooling yogurt. They're quick to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for dinner or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken (preferably dark meat)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated onion
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, for brushing

Equipment

  • Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl for combining ingredients
  • Oven preheated to 425°F

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, yogurt, onion, garlic, spices, herbs, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Form 1.5-inch meatballs with damp hands and place on tray.
  4. Brush with olive oil or chili oil for extra flavor.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).

Notes

For best results, use dark meat ground chicken. Always test a small meatball in the oven to adjust seasoning before cooking the entire batch.