Chicken Piccata Meatballs Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground chicken
02 - 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
03 - 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tbsp lemon zest

→ Piccata Sauce

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 1/2 stick butter
09 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tbsp flour
11 - 1 cup chicken broth
12 - 1/4 cup capers
13 - 2 tbsp caper brine
14 - 1/4 cup lemon juice

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, salt, minced garlic, and lemon zest until well combined.
02 - Using 2 tablespoons of the mixture, roll into small uniform balls.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the meatballs, turning every few minutes to ensure even browning. Cook for approximately 6 minutes, then transfer meatballs to a plate.
04 - In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Whisk in flour until evenly combined, then slowly whisk in chicken broth.
05 - Add capers, caper brine, and lemon juice to the pan. Allow the sauce to simmer for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
06 - Return the cooked meatballs to the pan and gently spoon the sauce over them. Continue cooking for 5-6 minutes, ensuring the meatballs are heated through and the sauce has thickened. Serve as desired.