Costco Chicken Meatballs
These Costco Chicken Meatballs are a protein-packed, baked option with savory parmesan, fresh basil and garlic flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Mains
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Basil, Copycat, Costco, Easy, Ground Chicken, Mains, Meal Prep, Meatballs, Parmesan, Simple
Servings: 30 meatballs
Calories: 77kcal
Author: Eva Filer
- 2 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cups breadcrumbs plain
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 6 tablespoon fresh basil
- 2 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
Preheat oven to 400F and lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
Add all ingredients to a large bowl and mix until fully incorporated, lightly squishing the meat mixture together to infuse the flavors.
Using a 2 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, roll into uniform meatballs and place on prepared sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until cooked through and reaching an internal temperature of 165F.
Cool slightly and serve warm.
- Use a Cookie Scoop: To ensure a more even portion that helps them cook more evenly.
- Don’t Overmix: Mixing just until combined keeps them tender. Apply light pressure when mixing the meat through your hands to blend all the ingredients together.
- Chill the Mixture: Letting the mixture rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes can help make shaping easier.
- Check Internal Temp: Meatballs should reach an internal temperature of 165F for doneness.
- Double the Batch: These freeze well, so make extras for quick meals later.
- Refrigerator: Once cooled, place in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Freezer: You can freeze meatballs cooked or uncooked by lining them on a baking sheet until frozen, then transferring to a freezer-safe bag or vacuum-sealing. Store for up to 6 months.
- Reheating: Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave or stovetop in a sauce until warmed through; or bake according to the recipe card.
Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 258mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg