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Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs with Zoodles

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Light and flavorful chicken meatballs infused with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, served over tender zucchini noodles for a healthy, low-carb meal.

Ingredients

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  • For the Meatballs:
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • For the Zoodles:
  • 3 medium zucchini, spiralized
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
  2. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
  4. For the zoodles, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in another skillet. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  5. Add zucchini noodles, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened but not mushy.
  6. Serve meatballs over warm zoodles. Add a squeeze of lemon on top if desired.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to keep the recipe gluten-free.
  • Add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Do not overcook zoodles—they soften quickly.
  • Great topped with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs.

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