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baked chicken meatballs on tomato sauce in plate

Baked Chicken Meatballs (Tefteli)

Julie Chelombitko
What if I told you that you could enjoy homemade meatballs without hours in the kitchen? Our Baked Chicken Meatballs (Tefteli) are a game-changer, offering a healthier twist to the classic comfort food. Juicy, flavorful, and baked to perfection, these meatballs are about to become your new obsession.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer, DINNER, Main Course, Side Dish
Servings 72 meatballs

Equipment

  • 1 cookie scoop
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 large mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Chicken
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ¾ cups plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 large onion
  • 4 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl add 3lbs of ground chicken, 2 eggs, 1 tablespoon Salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, ¾ cup bread crumbs, 1 onion (Blended, grated, or put through the meat grinder when grinding chicken) 4 tablespoon heavy cream.
    eggs, onions, ground chicken in a metal bowl to make meatballs
  • Put on food-safe gloves and with your hand work the meat and ingredients until evenly combined. Feel free to use a spatula but I have found that using your hands works a lot better.
    meatball filling
  • Form meatballs by using a cookie scoop. Dip the end of the cookie scoop in water and then scoop the meat filling. Release onto a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. If you rather use your hands to form the meatballs wet your gloved hand and work 1 tablespoon of meat filling into a ball.
    arranged meatballs on a parchment paper
  • Bake meatballs in a preheated oven at 350F for 20 -25 minutes until you see the golden round at the base of the meatballs.
    baked meatballs on baking sheet

Notes

Substitutions and Variations:

    • Ground chicken: Swap for ground turkey, ground pork or beef, or a mixture of both for a different flavor profile.
    • Experiment with different herbs and spices.
    • Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used for a gluten-free version.
Instead of baking feel free to deep fry the chicken meatballs. I prefer the baked version because it is mess-free and a healthier alternative.
Feel free to mix and match variations such as pesto, Asian inspire, or BBQ, or get creative with your flavor combinations. The versatility of baked chicken meatballs makes them the perfect base for many recipes, ensuring that each batch is unique and delicious.
Keyword CHICKEN, chicken dinner, freezer friendly, meal prep, meatballs