Chicken Piccata Meatballs sound like a delightful twist on the classic Italian-American dish! Tender chicken meatballs paired with a tangy, buttery lemon-caper sauce are sure to impress. Here’s a recipe to recreate this delicious dish:
Chicken Piccata Meatballs 🍋🍴
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
For the Piccata Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for a creamier sauce)
- Fresh parsley for garnish