Dinner

Baked Chicken Meatballs Recipe

ByLila Prescott December 13, 2025December 13, 2025

Introduction

These Baked Chicken Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that kids will love. Made with a delicious blend of seasonings and cheeses, they’re both nutritious and satisfying.

A close-up image shows a woman's hand dipping a round, golden-brown crispy ball into a small stainless steel cup filled with bright orange sauce. Several of these crispy balls, textured with green and black herbs, are stacked on a white plate. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with some herb bits scattered around, adding to the casual and appetizing feel. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup grated Romano, Parmesan, and Asiago cheese blend

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large egg

1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 pound ground chicken

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone mat.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, cheese blend, olive oil, egg, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3: Add the ground chicken to the mixture and gently mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Step 4: Use a large cookie scoop to portion the mixture into 24 meatballs and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown on the outside and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Step 6: Remove from the oven, serve as desired, and enjoy your flavorful chicken meatballs!

Tips & Variations

For extra moisture, you can add a splash of milk to the mixture before baking.
Try swapping ground chicken for ground turkey or lean pork if preferred.

Add chopped fresh parsley or basil for a fresh herb flavor boost.
Serve with marinara sauce for a classic meatball dinner or use as a topping for pasta or subs.

Storage

Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To freeze, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw if frozen, then warm in the microwave, oven, or on the stove until heated through.

How to Serve

A white bowl is filled with about eight round, golden-brown fried balls, each with a slightly rough texture and sprinkled with small green herb pieces. Some of the balls show a browned side and one ball is partially dipped in a smooth, thick orange sauce that sits in a small silver container inside the bowl. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface with a few scattered crumbs and herbs around it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these meatballs ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the meatballs in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking or fully cook and refrigerate or freeze them for later use.

How do I know when the meatballs are cooked through?

The meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and the outside is golden brown. Using a meat thermometer is the best way to ensure they are fully cooked.