Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of French Onion Chicken Meatballs, a perfect blend of savory ground chicken and rich caramelized onions, topped with gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe transforms the beloved taste of French onion soup into tender meatballs, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Each bite delivers a comforting mix of herbs and spices, enveloped in a luscious onion sauce that elevates this dish to a gourmet experience. Whether served over pasta or as a hearty appetizer at your next party, these meatballs promise to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound 93% lean ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (for sauce)
- 4 ounces shredded Gruyère cheese
- 6 ounces shredded Havarti cheese
- Beef broth
- Fresh thyme
- Butter
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and almond meal.
- Form mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, sauté sliced onions in butter and olive oil until golden brown. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in beef broth and seasonings; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine baked meatballs with the sauce and top with cheeses; cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg