Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of French Onion Chicken Meatballs, a dish that combines the savory goodness of tender chicken meatballs with the rich, caramelized taste of onions and melted cheese. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, these meatballs are easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your cravings. With a blend of aromatic herbs and a luscious onion sauce, this recipe transforms ordinary weeknight meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. Serve them over creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice for a complete meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces shredded Gruyère cheese
- 6 ounces shredded Havarti cheese
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup almond meal for gluten-free version (or breadcrumbs if preferred)
- 1/3 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, almond meal (or breadcrumbs), parsley, chopped onion, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Form mixture into meatballs and place 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 with olive oil. Add sliced onions; cook until soft and golden (about 25 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add beef broth along with thyme, onion powder, salt, and pepper; simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Combine baked meatballs with the onion sauce; sprinkle cheeses on top. Cover until cheese melts (3-5 minutes). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 70mg