Lean Green Herbed Chicken Meatballs

Lean Green Herbed Chicken Meatballs

Herbed Chicken Meatballs

This dish is inspired by one at my local Middle Eastern restaurant that keeps me coming back for more.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean, North African
Keyword chicken kofta, coriander, cumin, garlic, meatballs, mint, onions, parsley, red pepper flakes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 16
Author Mary Whitaker

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 2 medium yellow onions coarsely chopped
  • 2 cups parsley leaves with tender stems
  • 1 cup mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves coarsely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the onions and garlic until they form a fine paste.
  3. Next, heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Sautee onions and garlic until browned, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Now, add the salt and spices, stirring to toast. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer onion mixture to a bowl. In a food processor, pulse the parsley and mint until in small pieces. Pour into the onion bowl.
  6. Add the ground chicken to the bowl and mix well to combine.
  7. Scoop and form 16 meatballs.
  8. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 15-17 minutes.
  9. Serve and enjoy! 😀
 

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