Sometimes meatballs are fried because we are asked to cook them that way. Chicken meatballs are a lighter, healthier version. Burgers from turkey leftovers are also an alternative.
Chicken is a source of lean protein. One serving of chicken breast contains the impressive amount of 31 grams of protein , but without the harmful fat and calories.
Chicken breast has a lot of protein, while covering 6% of our daily iron needs (per 100 grams), which helps the body carry oxygen to all organs and supports the immune system.
Research has shown that the regular consumption of chicken breast is associated with a lower risk of obesity and the development of heart disease and diabetes .
It is also rich in B vitamins and zinc, so it is an ideal food for pregnant women, kids and elderly people.
Chicken meatballs are made with chicken minced meat. Butchers can make minced chicken meat, provided they have the right equipment. Alternatively, you can make minced chicken at home. As long as the chicken is slightly frozen, you can use the blender.
The chicken meatballs need a lot of careful attention in its preparation and cooking and all the rules of hygiene must be strictly followed.
Chicken meatballs (keftedakia kotopoulou)
- Total Time: 50'
- Yield: 4 μερίδες 1x
Description
Sometimes meatballs are fried because we are asked to cook them that way. Chicken meatballs are a lighter, healthier version. Burgers from turkey leftovers are also an alternative.
Ingredients
- 500 gr. minced chicken legs
- 1 tbsp. yoghurt
- 1 tbsp. yellow mustard
- 4 tbsp. chopped parsley or mint
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 small onion
- salt, freshly ground pepper
- 2 tbsp. wholewheat bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Put half the onion in the blender and chop finely.
- Mix all the ingredients except the olive oil in a large bowl.
- Refrigerate for 30 ‘.
- Shape small walnut-sized meatballs. There will be about 16 meatballs.
- In a 26-28 cm pan, heat the oil over medium to high heat.
- Add the meatballs without flour and leave for 5 ‘.
- Then shake the pan to brown meatballs on all sides.
- Turn them on the other side and fry for another 3 ‘.
Notes
Cook’s Tip
Make sure the pan is not too wide so that the oil is enough for frying.
Doctor’s Tip
Olive oil is healthier than other frying oils. Its only downside is that its more expensive.
- Prep Time: 10'
- Cook Time: 10'
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 μερίδα
- Calories: 466
- Sugar: 1,2 gr
- Fat: 32,7 gr
- Carbohydrates: 5 gr
- Fiber: 0,8 gr
- Protein: 36,2 gr