Spicy Chicken Meatballs in Spicy Chimichurri recipe

Spicy Chicken Meatballs in Spicy Chimichurri

by Saramin (@678sarin)
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
45min

Delicious spicy chicken meatballs served with a spicy chimichurri sauce.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 4-5 meatballs)

Meatballs

  • 1lb
    ground chicken
  • 1cup
    mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1piece
    jalapeno, finely chopped
  • 1cup
    parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2piece
    eggs
  • 1tsp
    onion powder
  • 1tsp
    chili flakes

Chimichurri Sauce

  • 1cup
    fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1cup
    fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1piece
    jalapeno, finely chopped
  • 1tsp
    red pepper flakes
  • 1cup
    olive oil
  • 2tbsp
    red wine vinegar
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 1tsp
    black pepper

How to make Spicy Chicken Meatballs in Spicy Chimichurri

Prepare the Meatballs

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, mozzarella, minced garlic, chopped jalapeno, grated parmesan, eggs, onion powder, and chili flakes.

    Step 1.1: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, mozzarella, minced garlic, chopped jalapeno, grated parmesan, eggs, onion powder, and chili flakes
  2. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

    Step 1.1: Mix until all ingredients are well combined
  3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs.

    Step 1.1: Shape the mixture into small meatballs

Cook the Meatballs

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    Step 2.1: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.

Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce

  1. In a food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, chopped jalapeno, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.

    Step 3.1: In a food processor, combine parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, chopped jalapeno, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper
  2. Pulse until the mixture is well blended but still slightly chunky.

    Step 3.1: Pulse until the mixture is well blended but still slightly chunky

Serve

  1. Serve the meatballs hot with the chimichurri sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, let the chimichurri sauce sit for a few hours before serving.

  2. Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less jalapeno and chili flakes.

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Saramin

(@678sarin)

My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...