Best Crispy Meatballs Recipes

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CRISPY CHICKEN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 16 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons whole milk
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, plus 1 cup for breading
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 pound ground chicken, 50/50 white and dark meat
4 ounces mozzarella, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Marinara, warmed, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the Parmesan, parsley, milk, salt, oregano, pepper flakes, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs and 1 egg. Add the chicken and gently stir to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat. Shape the meat mixture into bite-size balls and press a cube of mozzarella in the middle of each, sealing it with the meat around it.
  • Set up a standard breading station: put the flour in one shallow bowl, the remaining 1 cup of breadcrumbs in a separate bowl and the remaining 2 eggs in another separate bowl. Roll each meatball in the flour, then the egg wash, then the breadcrumbs.
  • Fill a medium Dutch oven a third of the way with vegetable oil and place over medium heat. Bring the oil to 350 degrees F using a deep-fry thermometer,
  • Drop in the meatballs a few at a time so as to not lower the temperature, and fry until deep golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and season with a pinch of salt. Continue with the remaining meatballs. Serve warm with marinara for dipping if desired.

CRISPY MEATBALLS



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Instead of bread crumbs, crisp rice cereal holds these meatballs together. I've had this much-used recipe in my files for years. - Nancy Dose, Arlington, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 16 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
1/4 cup ketchup
1 cup crisp rice cereal
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound ground beef

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs an a greased rack in a shallow pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts :

CRISPY LAMB MEATBALLS WITH CHICKPEAS AND EGGPLANT



Crispy Lamb Meatballs With Chickpeas and Eggplant image

This dish does not shy away from fat in the best way possible. From the lamb to the olive oil to the yogurt used as a sauce at the end, this is a one-skillet meal that feels worthy of a weekend spread. Since these meatballs aren't made with binders like eggs or bread, they're truly best made with a fatty meat like lamb. If you decide to use pork or beef instead, make sure it's a mixture with a higher fat content or the meatballs could turn out dry. Since eggplant can really soak up oil when pan-frying, feel free to add more to the skillet as the slices cook.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, weekday, meat, meatballs, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb, pork or beef
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more as needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1 medium eggplant, sliced about 1/4-inch thick
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt, labneh or sour cream
3 cups mixed greens (the more peppery, the better)
1 cup cilantro, leaves and tender stems
1 lemon, halved

Steps:

  • Combine lamb, fennel seeds, garlic and 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and black pepper to taste, and mix until everything is well combined and the spices are evenly distributed.
  • Using your hands, roll lamb mixture into balls about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. You should have about 12 meatballs.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs - work in batches if your skillet can't comfortably fit them all without crowding - and cook, gently rotating them occasionally so they more or less brown on all sides while keeping a vaguely round shape, 8 to 10 minutes. (Do not stress about this part; they will be delicious no matter what shape they are.) After they are evenly browned and cooked through, transfer them to a plate, leaving the fat and any browned bits behind.
  • Add 4 tablespoons oil to the skillet and, working in batches, if needed, add eggplant slices in an even layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook the slices, flipping them once, until they are browned on both sides, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add more oil as needed. After eggplant slices are cooked and browned, transfer them to the plate with the meatballs.
  • Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to the skillet, along with chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper, and cook, shaking the skillet and stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (They won't exactly crisp; you're just looking to take the edge off and get them nicely seasoned.)
  • Season yogurt with salt and pepper and smear onto the bottom of a large plate or serving platter. Top with meatballs, eggplant and chickpeas. Scatter with greens and cilantro, and then squeeze lemon halves over everything before serving.

MUMMIFIED MEATBALLS IN CRISPY POTATO SKIN COFFINS



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Crispy potato skin coffins topped with cheesy mummified meatballs. Halloween never tasted so good! Homemade meatballs are best but feel free to use already prepared to save time and get a jumpstart on trick-or-treating.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium russet potatoes
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
12 frozen cooked meatballs (such as Johnsonville®), thawed
4 (1 ounce) sticks string cheese sticks, pulled into thin strips
8 candy eyeballs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pierce potatoes with a fork and microwave for 10 minutes. Let cool until safe to handle. Cut in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving 1/2 inch around the shell. Discard flesh or save for another use.
  • Place potato halves cut-side down on a baking sheet. Rub each half with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Flip potatoes over. Sprinkle each with 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until shells are crisp, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place meatballs on microwave-safe plates. Cover with paper towels. Microwave until hot, 70 to 75 seconds per batch. Let rest until cool enough to not melt the cheese.
  • Wrap 1/4 of the cheese strings around 3 meatballs to create a mummy effect. Repeat with remaining cheese and meatballs.
  • Remove potato skin coffins from the oven and place a mummy in each coffin. Apply candy eyeballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 91.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 384.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

AMAZING CRISPY BAKED MEATBALLS



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This recipe combines my meatball recipe with one from Alton Brown off Good Eats. My husband and I think they are some of the best meatballs ever made.

Provided by Erindipity

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
5 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained thoroughly
1/2 grated parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups fresh breadcrumbs, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the meat, spinach, cheese, eg, basil, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and 1/4 c of the bread crumbs. Mix well.
  • Place the remaining bread crumbs into a small bowl. Use a scal to weigh meatballs into 1 1/2 oz portions and place on a sheet pan. Shape into meatballs. Place the meatballs in individual, miniature muffin tin cups. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1116.7, Fat 62.4, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 255, Sodium 2515.7, Carbohydrate 61.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6.6, Protein 73.2

CRISPY SHRIMP STUFFED PORK MEATBALLS! #RSC



Crispy Shrimp Stuffed Pork Meatballs! #RSC image

Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. I wanted to do something creative for an appetizer -- so I came up with this. These meatballs are packed with so much flavor! The bread crumbs help keep the outside crispy & the ranch is layered all throughout the whole thing. Thesse were easy to make & absolutely DELICIOUS!

Provided by Deezrecipeze

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 Meatballs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 (1 ounce) package Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dips Mix
10 shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/2 cup chives, divided
1 cup Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix bread crumbs, parmesan & 1 tablespoon Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dip mix. Set aside.
  • Place shrimp on a plate & sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dip mix. In another bowl,.
  • mix pork with half of the bread crumb mixture & egg. Mix well. Add 1/2 of chives to remaining bread crumbs.
  • Place one shrimp in the center of a scoop of pork & tightly form into balls. Roll balls in remaining.
  • bread crumbs. Fry meatballs in a non stick skillet for 10-12 minutes until cooked thoroughly. While.
  • meatballs are cooking, add remaining Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dip mix & remaining chives to greek.
  • yogurt. Mix well.
  • Drizzel yogurt in martini glasses. Place meatballs in glass & serve immediately. Serves 4.

BAKED TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH BROCCOLI & CRISPY POTATOES



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Turkey mince is the leanest of its kind and is great rolled up into balls and served with tomato sauce and veg

Provided by Lucy Netherton

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion, grated
1 large carrot, grated
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp rosemary leaves, chopped
350g pack turkey mince
4 large potatoes, skin on and cut into small cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
400g can of cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp grated parmesan
350g thin-stemmed broccoli
bunch basil leaves, shredded

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. In a large bowl, combine the onion, carrot, half the garlic and half the rosemary with the turkey and some seasoning. Shape into 16 meatballs and put in a small baking tray. Toss the potatoes with the remaining garlic, rosemary and the oil, place in a baking tray, then cook both for 20 mins, with the potatoes on top shelf.
  • After 20 mins, drain juices off the meatballs, pour cherry tomatoes over, sprinkle with the Parmesan and season. Toss the potatoes, and swap to bottom shelf with the potatoes on top. Cook for another 20 mins until the potatoes are crisp and the meatball sauce is bubbling.
  • When the potatoes and meatballs are almost done, cook the broccoli for 3-4 mins, until tender. Sprinkle the basil on top of the meatballs and serve with the crispy potatoes and broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

CRISPY ARTICHOKE MEATBALLS



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The small amount of beef in these artichoke meatballs helps hold them together. If artichokes are unavailable, substitute plain mashed potatoes. Canned or Jarred artichokes will save a lot time. This recipe is by Nancy Harmon Jenkins from the Devine Secrets of the Mahjoub Sisterhood, North Africa. Note: Tabil is made with onions and garlic dried in the strong Tunisian sun. For a close approximation, toast 3 tablespoons of caraway seeds, 1/2 cup of coriander seeds and 3 seeded dried red chiles in a large skillet over low heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool, then grind the mixture to a powder. Store the tabil in a jar in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks. MAKE AHEAD: The meatballs can be fried up to 6 hours ahead and kept at room temperature. Reheat in a 350° oven for 10 minutes. The sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 large artichokes
1 lemon, halved
1/2 lb ground beef
8 large scallions, minced
2 cups flat leaf parsley, finely chopped (1/2 pound)
2 cups coarse fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
3 ounces jar capers, drained and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons tabil (see note above)
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
kosher salt
3 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
4 large eggs, beaten
all-purpose flour, for dredging
vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
14 ounces whole canned tomatoes, tomatoes chopped and liquid reserved

Steps:

  • Using a sharp serrated knife, cut the top third and the stem off each artichoke. Snap off the outer leaves and with a small, sharp knife, trim the tough green skin from around each artichoke. Rub the artichokes all over with the lemon halves.
  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the artichokes and simmer until tender when pierced through the bottom, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool. With a spoon, scoop out the hairy chokes. Roughly chop the artichokes, then put them in a food processor and process until coarsely chopped. You should have about 3 cups.
  • In a large bowl, mix the artichokes with the beef, scallions, parsley, bread crumbs, Gruyère, capers, tabil, pepper, cinnamon and 2 teaspoons of salt. Add 3 tablespoons of the paprika and the eggs and mix with your hands until thoroughly combined.
  • Form the meat mixture into 3 dozen tablespoon-size meatballs. Form each ball into a football shape, then dredge in flour.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil until shimmering. Working in 2 batches, fry the meatballs over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, until deep brown, about 12 minutes; reduce the heat if the meatballs start browning too quickly. Transfer the meatballs to paper towels to drain; keep warm.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of paprika and cook over low heat until fragrant, about 10 seconds. Add the tomatoes and their liquid and simmer over low heat until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Season with salt. Spoon the sauce onto a large platter. Set the meatballs on the sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.2, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 176.6, Sodium 1095.9, Carbohydrate 60.3, Fiber 18.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 28.7

CRISPY CHICKEN MEATBALLS



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This is a mash-up of two kids' menu standbys: chicken nuggets and meatballs. And the result is adult-appropriate, too. The combination is a streamlined mix of flavors and textures, since some of the ingredients added to ground meat for classic meatballs (bread crumbs, garlic, and Parmesan) are often used in the crispy coating on chicken nuggets. Cooking the panko and Parmesan-coated meatballs on the stovetop in a mixture of olive oil (for browning) and butter (for flavor) means no splatters - and meatballs that are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Eat with ketchup, ranch or honey mustard; pasta; or with a layer of tomato sauce and mozzarella like chicken Parmesan.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     weeknight, finger foods, poultry, appetizer, main course

Time 40m

Yield 24 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1 pound ground chicken or turkey
1 cup finely grated Parmesan
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup panko, the milk, egg, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir together and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and 3/4 cup Parmesan. Stir with your hands until combined, avoiding overmixing. Roll into 24 balls about the size of a golf ball (about 2 tablespoons each) and place on a sheet pan or plate. In a medium bowl, stir together the remaining ¾ cup panko and ¼ cup Parmesan. Toss each meatball in the panko-cheese mixture, pressing gently to adhere. (To avoid a big mess, designate one "wet hand" for touching the meatballs and one "dry hand" for tossing in the panko.) Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
  • In a large (12-inch) skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil over medium. When foaming, add half the meatballs. Cook, turning often and reducing the heat if needed to prevent burning, until golden brown and cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and remove any dark oil or loose panko from the skillet with a spoon or paper towel. (The skillet will be hotter at this point, so reducing the heat ensures even cooking for both batches.) Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil. When foaming, add the remaining meatballs and cook, turning often, until golden brown and cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to the plate.

CRISPY LAMB MEATBALLS WITH CHICKPEAS AND EGGPLANT RECIPE



Crispy Lamb Meatballs With Chickpeas and Eggplant Recipe image

This dish is does not shy away from fat in the best way possible From the lamb to the olive oil to the yogurt used as a sauce at the end, this is a one-skillet meal that feels worthy of a weekend spread Since these meatballs aren't made with binders like eggs or bread, they're truly best made with a fatty meat like lamb

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ pounds ground lamb, pork or beef
1 ½ teaspoons fennel seeds
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more as needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1 medium eggplant, sliced about 1/4-inch thick
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt, labneh or sour cream
3 cups mixed greens (the more peppery, the better)
1 cup cilantro, leaves and tender stems
1 lemon, halved

Steps:

  • Combine lamb, fennel seeds, garlic and 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, and black pepper to taste, and mix until everything is well combined and the spices are evenly distributed. Using your hands, roll lamb mixture into balls about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate. You should have about 12 meatballs. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs - work in batches if your skillet can't comfortably fit them all without crowding - and cook, gently rotating them occasionally so they more or less brown on all sides while keeping a vaguely round shape, 8 to 10 minutes. (Do not stress about this part; they will be delicious no matter what shape they are.) After they are evenly browned and cooked through, transfer them to a plate, leaving the fat and any browned bits behind. Add 4 tablespoons oil to the skillet and, working in batches, if needed, add eggplant slices in an even layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook the slices, flipping them once, until they are browned on both sides, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add more oil as needed. After eggplant slices are cooked and browned, transfer them to the plate with the meatballs. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to the skillet, along with chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper, and cook, shaking the skillet and stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (They won't exactly crisp; you're just looking to take the edge off and get them nicely seasoned.) Season yogurt with salt and pepper and smear onto the bottom of a large plate or serving platter. Top with meatballs, eggplant and chickpeas. Scatter with greens and cilantro, and then squeeze lemon halves over everything before serving.

APPETIZER ESSENTIALS: CRISPY CHICKEN MEATBALLS



Appetizer Essentials: Crispy Chicken Meatballs image

Crispy on the outside, yummy soft on the inside, these tasty bites are sure to be a hit at your next dinner party, or just for snacking while watching television. The ginger give them just the right amount of kick. They are so yummy. So, you ready... Let's get into the kitchen.

Provided by Andy Anderson ! @ThePretentiousChef

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 13

PLAN/PURCHASE
1 pound(s) chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
1/2 cup(s) panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoon(s) yellow onion, finely minced
1 tablespoon(s) fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon(s) arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt, kosher variety, or to taste
1 1/2 tablespoon(s) sesame oil
1 1/2 tablespoon(s) tamari sauce
1/2 cup(s) flour, all-purpose variety, for dredging
- grapeseed oil, for frying
ADDITIONAL RECIPES
- a good dipping sauce, more on this later.

Steps:

  • PREP/PREPARE
  • Gather your ingredients.
  • If you haven't purchased pre-ground chicken thigh meat, you have three choices: 1. Place the chicken thighs in a food processor, fitted with an S-blade, and give it several 1-second pulses, until ground. 2. Use a hand-crank, or electric meat grinder. 3. Have your butcher do it for you at the store.
  • Chef's Note: When you control the grinding, you can get exactly what you want. When you buy it in the packages, you get what they give you. For this dish you want a bit of a rough grind.
  • Add all of the ingredients (except the flour and vegetable oil) to the ground chicken.
  • Mix, until fully incorporated.
  • Chef's Tip: The best tools a chef has are his/her very own two hands.
  • Add about 2 inches (5 cm) of oil to a pot over medium heat, and allow the temperature to raise to 350f (175c).
  • Take 1 ounce of the mixture, and shape into a ball.
  • Roll the ball in the flour.
  • Chef's Note: Repeat for the remainder of the mixture.
  • Add the chicken balls to the hot oil in batches.
  • Cook until they are crispy brown on the outside, and cooked on the inside, about 4 - 6 minutes per batch.
  • Chef's Tip: Allow the oil to return to temperature before adding the next batch.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • PLATE/PRESENT
  • Serve while still nice and hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy.
  • Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
  • ADDITIONAL RECIPES
  • Since these meatballs have an Asian flair, I like to serve them with a traditional Chinese brown sauce... Recipe for a Chinese Brown Sauce • 2/3 cup fresh beef stock • 1 teaspoon tamari • 1 teaspoon oyster sauce •1 teaspoon Arrowroot or cornstarch • 1/2 teaspoon coconut sugar, or regular white sugar Add the ingredients to a saucepan, and allow it to simmer, until thickened, about 8 to 10 minutes.

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