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These tasty chicken meatballs are low-carb and only take about 5 minutes to prep! Serve them as a healthier take on your favorite classic Italian recipes.

Close-up of chicken meatballs on a white serving platter

If you ask me, I think meatballs are an underrated way to enjoy some delicious protein with your meal. There are so many tasty ways to prepare them!

These chicken meatballs are a perfect example. They’re a great source of protein, low in carbs, and only take about 5 minutes to prep! And no messy pan-frying to worry about — just bake them right in the oven.

Then, you can throw together the rest of your meal while the meatballs cook. How simple is that!

So the next time you want something quick and tasty but aren’t quite sure what to make, definitely give these low-carb meatballs a try.

How to make chicken meatballs

This recipe comes together in just 5 easy steps. I like to start by prepping all of my ingredients so everything is ready to go.

Ingredients for meatballs in separate ramekins and dishes, as seen from above

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with a silicone baking sheet or tin foil. Grease and set aside.

Step 2: Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.

Ingredients in a glass mixing bowl with a wooden spoon

Step 3: Stir until all of the ingredients are well combined, then let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.

Meatball mixture in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon

Step 4: After the mixture has rested, roll into 12 meatballs and transfer them to the baking tray.

Prepared meatballs on a baking tray, ready to go in the oven

Step 5: Place the tray in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until the meatballs are slightly golden and fully cooked through.

Baked meatballs on a baking tray next to a ramekin of parsley for garnish

That’s it! You can either serve them right away or store them in the refrigerator for future use.

I like to garnish mine with a little fresh parsley before serving.

Close-up of meatball on the baking tray, garnished with parsley

Ways to serve these meatballs

If you ask me, meatballs made with chicken can be enjoyed in all the same ways you would enjoy classic meatballs!

Looking for a satisfying spaghetti dish? Just whip up some zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash with my easy marinara sauce and throw your meatballs on top!

Craving a meatball sub? If you can afford the carbs, grab your favorite hoagie, slice about ¾ of the way through, then fill it with meatballs, marinara, and Parmesan. So delicious.

Or serve them with a tasty dipping sauce for a quick and healthy lunch.

There are so many ways to enjoy these easy and flavorful meatballs!

Storage

Once cooked, you can serve your meatballs immediately or place them in the refrigerator for later use.

Any leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They’re delicious reheated or chilled, so enjoy them however you like!

Meatballs on a white serving platter, garnished with fresh parsley, as seen from above

Other easy chicken recipes

Chicken is one of my favorite proteins. It’s very lean, easy to prep, and can take on a wide variety of flavors!

Here are a few of my favorite chicken recipes I think you’ll enjoy:

You can also take a look at my roundup of the best diabetes-friendly chicken recipes for more inspiration.

When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

Chicken Meatballs (Low-Carb)

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These tasty chicken meatballs are low-carb and only take about 5 minutes to prep! Serve them as a healthier take on your favorite classic Italian recipes.
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with a silicone baking sheet or tin foil. Grease and set aside.
  • Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
  • Stir until all of the ingredients are well-combined, then let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.
  • After the mixture has rested, roll into 12 meatballs and transfer them to the baking tray.
  • Place the tray in the oven and bake for 30 minutes until the meatballs are slightly golden and fully cooked through.

Notes

This recipe is for 4 servings. If you make 12 total meatballs, then each serving is 3 meatballs.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Meatballs (Low-Carb)
Serving Size
 
3 meatballs
Amount per Serving
Calories
344
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
23.2
g
36
%
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
30
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2.9
g
Cholesterol
 
174.1
mg
58
%
Sodium
 
445.3
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
32.1
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.9
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.3
g
1
%
Sugar
 
0
g
0
%
Protein
 
34.4
g
69
%
Net carbs
 
0.6
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.