30 Chicken Meatball Recipes That Are Packed With Flavor!

October 2, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Chicken meatballs don’t always get the recognition they deserve. This is a shame because there are so many delicious spins that you can put on them. Just check out these chicken meatball recipes – they include cheesy, simple, spicy, tangy, and more. So, don’t wait any longer, check out these recipes now! 

Chicken Meatballs

1. Simple Chicken Meatballs

If you are looking for a fuss-free chicken meatball recipe that is also delicious, look no further! All you need to do is to mix ground chicken with egg, breadcrumbs, seasoning and herbs. Roll the mixture into balls and then bake until golden brown! 

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Simple Chicken Meatballs

2. Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

The parmesan adds some creaminess and a nice pop of flavor to this recipe! In addition to the cheese, the meatballs are made up of ground chicken, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Form the balls, bake, and sprinkle with parsley before serving! 

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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

3. Chicken Meatballs with Lemony Garlic Herb Butter

If you want your meatballs to be paired with fresh and earthy flavors, then you have to give this recipe a try! Form the meatballs with ground chicken, cheese, and seasonings and then bake. In the meantime, simmer garlic and lemon juice in butter. Then, mix in fresh herbs. Toss the meatballs in this sauce and enjoy! 

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Chicken Meatballs with Lemony Garlic Herb Butter

4. Chicken Meatballs with Spinach 

These Italian-inspired meatballs are delicious and packed with flavor – this includes spinach! The spinach adds a little bit of brightness and nutrition to the meatballs. The meatballs are also flavored with tomato paste, herbs, and seasonings. 

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Chicken Meatballs with Spinach

5. Chicken Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

Not only are these meatballs super tasty, they are also coated in the most incredible sauce! The meatballs are stacked with garlic, herbs, and parmesan. Roll the meatballs and fry. In the meantime, simmer tomatoes, aromatics, and herbs before tossing the meatballs in the sauce! 

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Chicken Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

6. Chicken Meatballs with Garlic Herb Spaghetti 

Looking for a full meal that is light and flavorful, then you have got to check out this recipe! Make up the meatballs with chicken, spices, parmesan, and panko and bake. Then, toss cooked spaghetti and meatballs in a sauce made from garlic, butter, and herbs! 

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Chicken Meatballs with Garlic Herb Spaghetti

7. Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs

If you love a lot of savoriness with a hint of sweetness, then you are going to love this recipe! The meatballs contain chicken, green onions, garlic, and seasonings. Form the meatballs and bake. In the meantime, simmer the ingredients for the homemade teriyaki sauce and then add in the meatballs, making sure they are coated well. 

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Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs

8. Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

These meatballs are just an explosion of flavor! The meatballs themselves are flavored with red curry paste, fish sauce, cilantro, and green onions. Once cooked, it is coated in the most incredible sauce made from peanut butter, red curry paste, coconut milk, and sesame oil. Garnish with herbs and serve! 

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Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

9. Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs

These meatballs are just bursting with fragrant flavors! The meatballs consist of chicken mixed in with ginger, garlic, sesame oil, green onions, and other spices. The meatballs are then formed and fried. The meatballs are then coated in a sweet and savory sauce made from pineapple juice, sesame oil, ginger, fish sauce, and honey. 

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Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs

10. Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs

For this recipe, the sweet and sour flavors perfectly balance each other out! The meatballs contain pineapple and aromatics for a flavor punch. Once cooked, they are then coated in a sauce that consists of ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil!

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Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs

11. Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs

If you are a fan of Vietnamese food, then you are going to love this recipe! The meatballs get a bump in flavor from aromatics, lemongrass, sesame oil, and more. This ensures that the meatballs are fragrant, savory, and sweet! 

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Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs

12. Greek Chicken Meatballs

These meatballs are great for anyone looking for bright flavors! The meatballs are made with traditional Greek ingredients like garlic and herbs. Once these are formed and cooked, make up a delicious dipping sauce with Greek yogurt, dill, and parsley. Top with feta for a decadent finish! 

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Greek Chicken Meatballs

13. Italian Chicken Meatballs

This recipe is super simple but is packed with tons of flavor! The meatballs are made with minced onion, Italian seasoning, parsley, parmesan, panko, and other seasonings. Roll into balls and brown in a plan. Serve with marinara sauce for extra flavor! 

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Italian Chicken Meatballs

14. Lemon Chicken Piccata Meatballs

Here is a delicious way to turn your favorite chicken dish into meatballs! The meatballs are made with herbs, spices, lemon zest, and parmesan cheese. They are then fried in a pan and tossed in a sauce made from stock, butter, capers, parsley, and lemon juice! 

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Lemon Chicken Piccata Meatballs

15. Chicken Kofta Meatballs 

These little meatballs boast so much of flavor! This is because they are packed with spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric as well as cilantro, mint, aromatics, and shredded cheese. These are sure to be a hit as an appetizer! 

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Chicken Kofta Meatballs

16. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

This recipe may just become your next game day favorite recipe! The meatballs are flavored with celery, ranch dressing, and chives. They are then browned and tossed in buffalo sauce so that it forms a nice glaze. Serve the meatballs with a homemade ranch dressing! 

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

17. Chicken Shawarma Meatballs 

You can now make shawarma at home with these delicious meatballs! The meat is spiced with turmeric, cinnamon, paprika, and other spices. Once formed, add the meatballs to a baking tray along with peppers and onions. Bake until tender and then serve with pita bread and your choice of dressings! 

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Chicken Shawarma Meatballs

18. Honey Sriracha Chicken Meatballs 

A little bit of sweet and spicy, these meatballs give you the best of both worlds! For this recipe, the meatballs are kept pretty simple – they are only flavored with ginger and garlic. After they have been cooked, the meatballs are then tossed in the honey sriracha sauce! 

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Honey Sriracha Chicken Meatballs

19. Chipotle Chicken Meatballs

These meatballs have the most gorgeous smoky flavor to them! This is achieved by adding in minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the minced chicken. The cumin and garlic also offers up the most gorgeous flavor, making this a well-rounded meatball! 

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Chipotle Chicken Meatballs

20. Cheddar Jalapeno Chicken Meatballs

Think of this dish as jalapeno poppers in meatball form! The minced chicken is combined with jalapenos, cheddar cheese, and aromatics. Once they have been baked to a golden brown, they are tossed in a barbecue sauce! 

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Cheddar Jalapeno Chicken Meatballs

21. Cajun Chicken Meatballs 

This recipe really brings the flavor! The meatballs are seasoned with cajun seasoning, garlic, parsley, and parmesan cheese. After the meatballs have been formed and cooked, they are added to a creamy sauce complete with tons of flavor and veggies! 

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Cajun Chicken Meatballs

22. Spicy Korean Chicken Meatball

Want some kick to your meatballs? Then give this recipe a try! The meatballs feature gochujang sauce for some heat and once the meatballs are cooked, they are then coated in the yummiest sauce. The sauce consists of gochujang, pepper jelly, rice vinegar, and soy sauce! 

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Spicy Korean Chicken Meatball

23. Mexican Chicken Meatballs

Making a Mexican-inspired meal? Well, then you have to try this meatball recipe! This is because it is chock full of chipotle, adobo sauce, cumin, coriander, and so much of flavor! Once the meatballs are rolled, pop them on a baking tray and cook! 

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Mexican Chicken Meatballs

24. Jerk Chicken Meatballs

This recipe is going to make you think of your favorite jerk chicken dish! The minced chicken is seasoned with jerk seasoning and herbs. While the meatballs are baking, make up the glaze by simmering pineapple juice, ketchup, and garlic. Toss the meatballs until well coated and enjoy!

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Jerk Chicken Meatballs

25. Cheesy Chicken Meatballs

This is a really decadent recipe but one that is so simple! Mix cream cheese into the chicken, parmesan, and seasonings. To add even more flavor, use a roasted garlic flavored cream cheese. Form the meatballs and bake to a golden brown! 

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Cheesy Chicken Meatballs

26. Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs 

This is a great way to sneak veggies into your kids’ food! Here, the zucchini is shredded and combined with the meat and seasonings. Since this recipe has a ton of flavor, you wont even notice the zucchini! 

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Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs

27. Quinoa Chicken Meatballs 

This is a great way to enjoy your chicken meatballs and keep things healthy! The quinoa adds a nutty element to the meatballs that goes really well with the rest of the flavors. If you want to make your dish more interesting, serve these meatballs up with a garlicky escarole!

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Quinoa Chicken Meatballs

28. Keto Chicken Meatballs

Want to keep your meatballs as low carb as possible, this recipe will do the trick! In this recipe, you swap out breadcrumbs for almond flour ensuring that your meatballs still hold really well together. You won’t even be able to tell that these meatballs are keto since they are jam packed with flavor! 

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Keto Chicken Meatballs

29. Spinach Feta Chicken Meatballs

This recipe gives you a delicious way to bump up the protein levels in your meal while still enjoying all the flavors! The feta offers up pockets of creamy saltiness, really making this recipe a standout dish! The aromatics round things out!  

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Spinach Feta Chicken Meatballs

30. Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Meatballs

These meatballs are just out of this world! Not only do the meatballs have a ton of flavor and contain parmesan cheese, but they are also stuffed with mozzarella cheese. This means that when you cook the meatballs, the center becomes nice and gooey making this an ultra decadent dish!

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Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Meatballs

Who would have thought that there were so many ways to make chicken meatballs! These dishes are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike – plus, they are so easy to make and can take almost no time at all to prep! Weeknight dinners are about to be revolutionized! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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