Description
Indulge in the savory delight of French Onion Chicken Meatballs, where tender ground chicken harmonizes with caramelized onions and melted cheese for a mouthwatering experience. These meatballs are not just a dish; they are an invitation to gather around the table—perfect for parties, cozy family dinners, or game day celebrations. With their rich flavor profile and versatile serving options, from subs to salads, these meatballs will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces shredded Gruyère cheese
- 6 ounces shredded Havarti cheese
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
- Fresh thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1/3 cup almond meal for gluten free version (or bread crumbs if preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and almond meal until well mixed.
- Form into meatballs using a scoop and place them evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add sliced yellow onions and cook until golden brown (about 25 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for one additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth along with thyme, onion powder, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer until thickened (around 5 minutes).
- Add baked meatballs to the skillet and cook together for about 5 minutes. Top with shredded cheeses and cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 115g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg