Do you have to use breadcrumbs to make meatballs?

You can definitely make meatballs without breadcrumbs, but they help to bind the meatballs together. Without some sort of binder, they may not hold their shape. Alternately, you can use almond flour, crushed pork rinds, or even a little finely grated parmesan cheese.

What should I serve with Greek Meatballs?

I like to serve them with fresh pita, cucumber and tomato salad, and tzatziki sauce.

Greek Chicken Meatballs - Low Carb- Hungry Foodie

Name: Greek Chicken Meatballs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 pound ground chicken (I get all my meat here); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large egg; 1/3 cup breadcrumbs or Nut Free Keto Breading Mix for low carb; ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup finely minced red onion; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; Tzatziki, for dipping

Description

These oven baked Greek Chicken Meatballs are tender, juicy, and loaded with the fresh flavors of mint, parsley, dill and onion. They have minimal ingredients and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. They are delicious served with a traditional tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground chicken (I get all my meat here)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
1/3 cup breadcrumbs or Nut Free Keto Breading Mix for low carb
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup finely minced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Tzatziki, for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, or lightly grease a baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl combine all of the ingredients. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Roll the mixture into 20 equal sized meatballs, about 1 - 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly browned and cooked through.

Notes

Store leftovers in refrigerator for 3 days.
Cooked meatballs can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutritional information is calculated using the keto breading mix
net carbs per serving: 2.9g

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Chicken Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 5 meatballs
Calories: 230
Fat: 9.2g
Carbohydrates: 3.5g
Fiber: 0.6g
Protein: 31.1g