These easy healthy meatballs are a perfect meal for babies, kids and adults. They are very quick to make and also freeze well. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunchiness and turmeric for extra health punch and color. Enjoy!
Ingredients
1 cup cooked oats (I used the leftover steel cut)
2 large chicken breasts or 1 lb ground chicken
2 eggs
½ onion
1 garlic clove
1 tsp turmeric
panko breadcrumbs (or any other breadcrumbs)
Instructions
Mince or finely chop the onion. Mix all the ingredients well together reserving the breadcrumbs for later. Season with salt and pepper (unless preparing for babies under 1). The mixture will seem a little runny but once you dredge the meatballs in the breadcrumbs, they will hold up well.
Preheat your large pan. I didn't have a non-stick available so had to use a bit more oil. Avocado oil is perfect for it since it has a very high smoke point.
Form little balls and roll them in breadcrumbs. I love using Japanese panko breadcrumbs because they make the meatballs nice and crunchy. Any other breadcrumbs will do.
Pan fry on medium heat for 8 minutes on each side. Place on a paper towel once done to soak up extra oil.
Notes
Panko breadcrumbs are Japanese breadcrumbs that add crunchiness and airiness to food.
Avocado oil and coconut oil are ideal for frying as they have very high smoke point.
Turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory spice that is very mild in flavor and bright in color.
Recipe by Soren's Purple Plate at https://sorenspurpleplate.com/chicken-oat-meatballs/