Hidden-Veggie Chicken Meatballs

Tender chicken meatballs with shredded carrot and zucchini tucked inside. Kid-approved and ready in half an hour.

⏱️ Total: 30 mins 🔪 Prep: 12 mins 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Yield: 4 servings 🏷️ Main course
Hidden-Veggie Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 carrot, finely grated
  • 1 small zucchini, finely grated
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, carrot, zucchini, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and salt.
  2. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Brown meatballs in a skillet for 6–8 minutes.
  4. Add marinara sauce, cover, and simmer 12 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Serve over pasta or with toasted bread.