Pumpkin Chicken Meatballs
4 people
00h 15
00h 20
These easy pumpkin chicken meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with savoury pumpkin, Parmesan, garlic and herbs. A delicious 35-minute fall dinner.
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Ingredients and Method
Ingredients
- 1 Package ButcherBox.ca Ground Chicken
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Optional for Serving
- 1 cup creamy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Method
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush it with olive oil.
- Make the Meatball Mixture: Add the ground chicken, pumpkin purée, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion powder, dried sage, salt, and black pepper to a large bowl. Gently mix until everything is just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape the Meatballs: Using a cookie scoop or slightly damp hands, shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
- Bake Until Cooked Through: Bake for about 18–22 minutes, or until the meatballs are lightly browned and the center reaches 165°F on a food thermometer.
- Serve: Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them with creamy sauce, pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
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