Cream Cheese and Chicken Meatballs: A Flavorful, Healthy Alternative
These Cream Cheese and Chicken Meatballs offer a healthy alternative packed with flavor. The addition of cream cheese provides a rich, creamy texture that pairs perfectly with the savory seasoning. Ideal for a tasty main course or as part of a nutritious meal.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- tinfoil
- cooking spray
- Measuring cups
- spatula
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 pound of ground chicken
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- ¼ cup of roasted garlic light cream cheese
- ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon of dry bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with tinfoil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, lightly beaten eggs, roasted garlic light cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, vegetable oil, salt, and ground black pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Form the mixture into 20 meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the center of the oven until the juices run clear and the meatballs are cooked through, about 17 to 18 minutes.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp Chardonnay or a light Pinot Grigio to complement the creamy and savory flavors of the meatballs.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 18 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Salt: 550 mg
