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This simple recipe for Chicken Parmesan Meatballs is an easy weeknight dinner win! Swap out any ground meat you have for a quick and delicious dinner.

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

breadcrumbs (0.13)

Parmesan (0.59)

garlic powder (0.02)

basil (0.05)

½ tsp dried oregano (0.05)

salt (0.02)

¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper (0.02)

chicken (3.29)

Tbsp cooking oil (0.08)

pasta (1.00)

24 ounces. jar pasta sauce (2.09)

Combine the breadcrumbs and seasoning first. In a small bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Add the ground chicken to a large bowl, then add the seasoned breadcrumb mixture and the egg. Use your hands to combine the ingredients until evenly mixed.

Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 Tbsp each. You should get around 20 meatballs.

Heat 1 Tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot and the oil is shimmering, add half of the meatballs. Cook the meatballs about one minute on each side, until all six sides are browned and the meatballs are cooked through. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a clean plate. Add the second tablespoon of cooking oil to the skillet and cook the second batch of meatballs in the same manner.

While the meatballs are cooking, begin the pasta and sauce. Bring a large pot of water to boil for the pasta. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook until tender (7-10 minutes). Drain the pasta in a colander. Add the sauce to a medium sauce pot and heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Once all the meatballs are finished cooking, add them to the pot of heated pasta sauce and stir to coat. If needed, allow them to heat for a few minutes in the sauce.

Serve the cooked and drained pasta topped with sauce and meatballs.

With just a few ingredients, this Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Black Bean Salsa is big on fresh summery flavor and will become your new go-to easy summer meal!

Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Black Bean Salsa

rice (0.70)

pineapple tidbits* (0.50)

15 ounces. can black beans, well rinsed (0.89)

red onion (0.16)

cilantro (0.17)

lime (0.75)

red pepper (optional) (0.02)

salt,

boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2/3 lb. each) (6.42)

Tbsp jerk seasoning (0.030)

Tbsp cooking oil (0.04)

Begin cooking your rice first. If you plan on packing this for meal prep, transfer the cooked rice to your meal prep containers and refrigerate them as you finish the rest of the recipe, so they can begin to cool down.

While the rice is cooking, prepare the pineapple black bean salsa. Coarsely chop the pineapple tidbits into smaller pieces, similar in size to the black beans. Place the chopped pineapple, rinsed black beans, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.

Squeeze the juice of half the lime (about 1 Tbsp) over the ingredients in the bowl. Also add 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional). Stir the ingredients together, give it a taste, and add more salt or lime juice if needed. Any unused lime will be cut into wedges for squeezing over the chicken before serving.

Next, prepare the jerk chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Place a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken to eliminate splatter, then gently pound the chicken breasts into an even thickness using either a rolling pin or a mallet. Sprinkle the jerk seasoning over both sides of the chicken and use your hands to rub it into the surface, making sure they're completely coated.

Add the cooking oil to a large skillet, or preheat your grill. Once hot, add the chicken and cook until well browned on both sides, and the chicken is completely cooked through (about 7 minutes each side). It should no longer be pink in the center and the juices should run clear. For extra safety, use an instant read meat thermometer and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.

Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean cutting board and let it rest for five minutes. After five minutes, slice the chicken into 1/2-wide strips.

To serve, place about a cup of cooked rice on a plate, or in your meal prep container, top with about a cup of the pineapple black bean salsa, and a few strips of the jerk chicken. Slice the remaining lime into wedges and squeeze fresh juice over the chicken just before eating.

This one pot ground chicken fajita pasta is the perfect busy weeknight rush dinner. Ground chicken paired with warm spices, onions, peppers, creamy sour cream and of course - CHEESE! You'll love how easy this dish is to make and it's only one pot!

One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta

chicken

yellow onion, diced

red bell pepper, diced

yellow bell pepper, diced

garlic,

chili powder

smoked paprika

cumin

Kosher salt,

Black pepper,

tomato sauce

chicken stock

pasta

sour cream

cilantro

shredded Mexican blend cheese

In a large high sided skillet add 1...

In a large high sided skillet add 1 tablespoon olive oil and set over medium heat.

When the oil is hot add in the...

When the oil is hot add in the ground chicken, yellow onion, bell peppers, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Cook until the meat is fully cooked and...

Cook until the meat is fully cooked and no longer pink and the vegetables have started to soften.

Pour in the tomato sauce, chicken stock, and...

Pour in the tomato sauce, chicken stock, and the dried pasta. Stir to combine.

Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes...

Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes or until the past is fully cooked. If the mixture cooks down too much before the pasta is fully cooked add a little more stock.

After the pasta is fully cooked the mixture...

After the pasta is fully cooked the mixture should be creamy but thick. Stir in the sour cream and cilantro.

Top with cheese and let the warmth of...

Top with cheese and let the warmth of the pasta melt the cheese.

Optional - Melt the cheese under an oven...

Optional - Melt the cheese under an oven broiler if in an oven safe dish.

Easy and delicious burgers made with ground turkey or ground chicken.

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

turkey chicken

bread crumbs

green onions (chopped)

garlic powder

salt

ground pepper

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.

Gently form 4 equal size burger patties.

Preheat Air Fryer to 360 degrees.  Place burgers in basket and cook for 8 minutes.

Turn and cook an additional 6-8 minutes or until burgers reach 165 degrees internally.

Serve with or without a bun and all your favorite burger condiments!

Asian Ground Chicken Noodles is an easy, one pan, twenty minute dinner!  A flavor packed ground chicken recipe, loaded with flavor using simple ingredients!

Asian Ground Chicken Noodles

Tablespoon Olive Oil

Pound Ground Chicken

Ounces Sliced Mushrooms

Bell Pepper (Thinly Sliced)

Green Onions (Sliced)

Water

Tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce

Lime

Cloves Garlic, (Minced)

Tablespoons Brown Sugar

Sesame Oil

Cornstarch

Sriracha

Packages Ramen Noodles, (Seasoning packet Discarded)

Cup Chopped Peanuts, (OPTIONAL)

Tablespoons Chopped Cilantro, (OPTIONAL)

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Add in the ground chicken, bell pepper, mushrooms, white parts of the green onions, and a pinch of salt and pepper.  Cook stirring occasionally until cooked through.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together the water, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, brown sugar, sesame oil, corn starch, and sriracha.

Once the chicken has turned white, pour over half of the sauce and stir to combine.  Scoot the meat mixture to one side of the pan.

Pour the 1 1/3 cups of water into the empty side of the pan.  Break each brick of noodles in half and add to the pan.  Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the noodles are starting to soften.  Flip the noodles over and gently break apart with a fork, continuing to simmer for 1-2 more minutes until soft.

Pour the remaining sauce into the pan and toss the meat mixture and noodles together to combine.

Serve immediately topped with green onions, cilantro, and chopped peanuts if desired.

This collections of great ground chicken recipes will give you a new appreciation for this healthy and versatile meat. For a quick start, try these super simple meatballs and add them to your favorite sauce:

The 30+ BEST Ground Chicken Recipes

breadcrumbs

parmesan cheese

garlic cloves,

tsp pepper

tsp dried herbs (basil, oregano, thyme, italian seasoning, parsley... your choice!)

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet...

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In it's absence, spray with cooking spray.

Mix all meatball ingredients into a homogenous mixture.

Form mixture into 1.5 inch balls and arrange...

Form mixture into 1.5 inch balls and arrange on baking sheet.

Cook in the oven for 20 minutes, or...

Cook in the oven for 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reached 165°F.

These French onion chicken meatballs are the best thing to happen to ground chicken. Deliciously flavored and smothered in a caramelized onions and gruyere cheese. They make a great appetizer and an even more delicious dinner!

French Onion Chicken Meatballs

Gruyere cheese

panko bread crumbs

tomato paste

thyme

unsalted butter

yellow onions, peeled, ends trimmed, thinly sliced

thyme leaves

dry white wine

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line...

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.

In a large mixing bowl add ground chicken,...

In a large mixing bowl add ground chicken, minced garlic, egg, shredded cheese, panko bread crumbs, tomato paste, and fresh thyme.

Stir to combine.

Shape into 2 tablespoon-sized balls and place onto...

Shape into 2 tablespoon-sized balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet.

Place in the oven and bake for 20...

Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until they are 165 degrees F internally.

While the meatballs bake start the onion mixture.

In a high-sided 12-inch skillet add butter and...

In a high-sided 12-inch skillet add butter and place over medium-high heat.

When the butter is melted add the onions,...

When the butter is melted add the onions, garlic, and thyme.

Saute until the onions are soft and tender,...

Saute until the onions are soft and tender, about 25 minutes. If the onions start to burn lower the heat to medium.

Pour in the white wine, scrape up any...

Pour in the white wine, scrape up any bits that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan, and simmer until the wine has cooked down, about 5 minutes.

Pour in the chicken stock and let simmer...

Pour in the chicken stock and let simmer until the mixture is thickened to your liking. I like for the onions to be wet but not swimming in stock. This makes for a lovely gravy if you're pouring over mashed potatoes or noodles. If you want to serve them on a roll let the sauce cook down more.

Add the baked meatballs to the onion mixture,...

Add the baked meatballs to the onion mixture, top with cheese, and let the cheese melt. I usually do this by topping the skillet with a lid or you can place it under a broiler for a quick melt.

Serve hot.

This easy Sesame Ground Chicken is one of our kids favorite dinners! Serve with rice or cauliflower rice and steamed broccoli for an easy, healthy meal!

Sesame Ground Chicken

olive oil

onion

garlic

chicken breast

black pepper

chili garlic sauce

soy sauce

brown sugar

sesame oil

chicken broth

cornstarch

scallions and sesame seeds

Add the olive oil to a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the garlic and cook a minute longer.

Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook while breaking up into small pieces until the chicken is cooked through. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.

Mix the chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil and chicken broth together in a bowl. Pour over the ground chicken and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and then add the cornstarch mixture while stirring. Simmer the chicken until the sauce is thickened, taste for seasonings and serve with scallions and sesame seeds.

Made this tonight....it’s excellent! So delicious and easy. Kids liked it too. Don’t leave the scallions out....they add such a nice flavor.

I used 1 TBS hoisin plus 1 tsp red pepper flakes and 2 tsp  rice vinegar as a substitute for the chili garlic paste since I didn't have any. Not as spicy but the recipe came out fantastic! Will definitely make again, next tie with the chili garlic paste.

Made this tonight and it’s extremely easy and delicious. I didn’t add the extra salt because there was enough in the soy for me. I also added a couple punches of ground ginger. This hits it out of the park and is going to get included in our regular rotation. Thanks!!!

I made this for a quick dinner and we all loved it! I will definitely make this again!

Super easy to make and it tastes sooooo good. My husband said I can make this anytime. Tastes even better as leftovers. Added a touch more chili sauce because we like the heat, but this recipe is a winner!

We love this recipe. It’s a staple in our house now. Made exactly as directed. Delicious!!!

Love this recipe, thanks!

For preparation from freezer: 

- How long can you store in the freezer? 
- Do you recommend to thaw in the refrigerator and then reheat on the stovetop?

Preparing for baby #3 and this will be great to have ready to go. Thank you!

Super easy to make &amp; all my kids ages 6-13 loved it. I also added mandarin oranges on the side. Yum

Absolutely delicious and super easy!  I doubled the sauce - but I think I would reduce the soy sauce by 1/4 cup after doubling the sauce.  Was a wee bit salty.  Family loved it - definitely a keeper.  This will be another go-to for our family.  Thank you!

I made this tonight and I loved it. The green onion and sesame seeds are great additions.

It came out a lot darker than the photo, maybe the soy sauce, although I used half the amount, however the taste was excellent, thank you.

Just made this and I'm honestly really sad I didn't double the recipe.  My kids ate double portions and they're quite difficult to please. I had to improvise a little without the chili garlic sauce but it still turned out terrific!

So easy! We loved it. You ever added carrots or mushrooms to it?

Delicious by itself. A bit of sweet up front followed by savory/salty from the soy sauce. I chopped up water chestnuts and served over Jasmine rice.

Delicious and so easy!!  Everyone loved it!

I ended up with some ground chicken and had never ever used it before.  I found this recipe, substituted sriracha for the chili garlic sauce and I must say it came out pretty darn good!  Let's just say I know what to do with ground chicken from now on.  Thanks!

literally OBSESSED with this recipe. i make it at least once a week. whenever my husband sees ground chicken in the fridge he knows it’s sesame chicken time!

This was delicious! I used 1 lb. of ground chicken plus a pile of veggies besides the onion and scallions (broccoli florets, chopped zucchini, julienned baby carrots, chopped red/yellow pepper). I also added some minced ginger root because I had a small piece handy. Served with short grain brown rice.

Wow!   This is my new favorite quick meal go-to.     Confession - I omitted the sesame oil, as it's something my tummy doesn't tolerate well.      My husband came home from work and inhaled two bowls!   This recipe will go in my normal dinner rotation.  

So glad I found this recipe!

This recipe is an absolute FLAVOUR BOMB of goodness!!  I had nooooo idea what I should make with my ground chicken last night.  I was so happy I stumbled across this recipe!  it looked so delicious and sounded quick and easy!  It WAS!  I will make this again and again for sure!  Like many comments have mentioned, this recipe could be easily tweaked by adding a variety of chopped vegetables for volume, flavour and colour but it’s really fantastic made quite simply as per the recipe!  Two of us polished off our Sesame Chicken and Rice in one sitting!  We were very hungry 😅😅 LOL   Thank you for the fabulous inspiration!!

Wow! I made this tonight and it was absolutely delicious! I hadn't ever tried the chili garlic sauce and it's like the icing on the cake in this dish! I was just looking for a recipe for ground chicken which I grabbed by mistake instead of turkey, and I'm so glad I found this one! I did cut back on the sugar because we watch our sugar intake, but it didn't need much for us to get a sweet taste. Thanks so much for sharing!

Awesome dish!  So easy and great flavor.  The ground chicken seems to cook off and leave a lot of liquid—next time I’ll drain OR cook off juices before adding sauce.

Def making again!  Thanks!

Really nice flavor and it only took a short time to develop.

I love this recipe! I add shredded cabbage at the end and let it cook until tender. It is like an egg roll in a bowl!! Yum yum!!

I love this recipe!!!! I make it for my son at least 2x a week. I add some minced garlic, ginger and Chinese 5-spice while I’m browning the chicken.
I’ve added zucchini, carrots and asparagus to the mix as well. Thank you for sharing such and awesome recipe!

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