Description
Peach Chicken Meatballs combine the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with tender, lean ground chicken to create a delightful sweet and savory dish. Easy to prepare and versatile, these meatballs are perfect for family dinners, parties, or quick weeknight meals. They offer a fresh twist on traditional meatballs, featuring juicy peaches, fresh herbs, and simple seasonings, making them a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ripe peaches, finely diced (about 1 medium peach)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup onion, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Finely dice the ripe peaches and mince the onion and garlic to ensure they blend smoothly into the meatball mixture and provide balanced flavor throughout.
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, diced peaches, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper, then gently mix until just combined to keep the meatballs tender.
- Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into equal-sized meatballs, approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter, for even cooking and perfect bite-sized portions.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes for a hands-off approach.
- Optional Glazing: During the last few minutes of cooking, brush meatballs with peach barbecue sauce, honey mustard glaze, or your preferred glaze to add extra flavor and a glossy finish.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender and avoid toughness.
- Use ripe peaches for the best natural sweetness and texture.
- Chill shaped meatballs in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape.
- Cook a small test meatball first to check seasoning and adjust if necessary.
- Use a digital thermometer to ensure the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: peach chicken meatballs, sweet and savory meatballs, healthy chicken meatballs, gluten free meatballs, easy meatball recipe
