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Maple Dijon Chicken Meatballs

Maple Dijon Chicken Meatballs for a Delicious Dinner Upgrade

These Maple Dijon Chicken Meatballs are a delicious dinner upgrade, combining sweet maple and tangy Dijon for a flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey if desired.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use plain or panko for crunch.
  • 1 large Egg Essential for binding.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is better than powdered.
  • 1/2 medium Onion (finely chopped) Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Swap with yellow mustard if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup Honey can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for greasing.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Enhance overall flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Sauce for meatballs.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Enhances the sauce's flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, minced garlic, onion, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 ½ inches in diameter, yielding approximately 20 to 24 meatballs. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the oven for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While they bake, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Remove the meatballs from the oven, place them in a bowl, and pour the warm sauce over them. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve garnished with fresh parsley or thyme and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 16gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These meatballs are a healthier, delicious alternative for any meal or gathering.

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