Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Gluten Free Keto)
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Gluten Free) - flavorful chicken parmesan meatballs in a savory marinara, perfect for keto and non-keto diets. Budget and family friendly!
Servings: 6 (5 meatballs per serving)
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup almond meal/flour
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sauce:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 28 oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. For the meatballs, combine chicken, almond meal, egg, parmesan, basil, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Form into small, one inch meatballs and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, and salt. Bring to a low boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Place cooked meatballs in the sauce and top with additional parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
Notes
Note: the tomatoes are the main source of carbs in this recipe, so limit the sauce accordingly when serving if paying close attention to carb count.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 513mg | Potassium: 798mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 12.6mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 2.9mg