Lemon-Herb Chicken Caesar Meatballs
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Meet your new favorite high-protein recipe: Lemon-Herb Chicken Caesar Meatballs โ a flavorful twist on the classic Caesar salad! These juicy, tender meatballs are made with lean ground chicken, loaded with Caesar-inspired seasonings, and baked or pan-seared to golden perfection.
Theyโre simple, versatile, and perfect for meal prep โ whether you serve them over a crisp Caesar salad, tucked into a wrap, or paired with roasted veggies and a light dressing. Theyโre just as good for a weekday lunch as they are for a cozy family dinner.
These Chicken Caesar Meatballs are delicious hot, room temperature, and even cold, making them perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, protein-packed lunches, or grabbing straight from the fridge.
MACROS: Recipe makes 15 meatballs
- 78 calories per meatball
- 8 grams of protein per meatball
๐ Ingredients
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Ground chicken
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WASA light rye crisp crackers
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Fairlife fat free milk
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Chicken broth
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Egg
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Worcestershire sauce
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Dried oregano
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Onion powder
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Garlic powder
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Lemon zest
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Lemon juice
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Fresh parsley
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Dijon mustard
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Minced garlic
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Salt
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Pepper
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Parmesan cheese
๐ช Ingredient Benefits
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Ground Chicken โ Lean, high in protein, and perfect for lighter meals that still feel satisfying.
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WASA Light Rye Crisp Crackers โ A wholesome, fiber-rich binder that keeps the meatballs light and adds great texture.
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Fairlife Fat Free Milk โ Adds moisture and extra protein without added fat.
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Chicken Broth โ Keeps the meatballs tender and juicy while infusing extra flavor.
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Egg โ Helps bind everything together naturally while adding a small protein boost.
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Worcestershire Sauce โ Adds depth and that umami-rich, savory flavor that makes every bite delicious.
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Dried Oregano, Onion Powder & Garlic Powder โ Simple seasonings that pack big flavor without extra calories.
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Lemon Zest & Lemon Juice โ Add brightness, freshness, and a hint of acidity to balance the richness.
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Fresh Parsley โ Adds color, freshness, and antioxidants.
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Dijon Mustard โ Brings a subtle tang and helps emulsify the mixture for better texture.
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Minced Garlic โ Classic flavor enhancer with heart-healthy benefits.
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Salt & Pepper โ Bring out all the flavors and balance the seasoning.
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Parmesan Cheese โ Adds that signature Caesar taste with a savory, nutty finish and a boost of calcium.
๐ฅ Why Youโll Love This Recipe
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Super easy to make โ Just mix, roll, and bake or pan-sear!
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Perfect for meal prep โ They store and reheat beautifully for the week.
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High in protein โ A lean, flavorful way to hit your goals.
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Versatile โ Serve them on a salad, in a wrap, on pasta, or even as a protein snack.
These Lemon-Herb Chicken Caesar Meatballs are one of those recipes that checks all the boxes โ healthy, delicious, and easy to make ahead. You can double the batch and use them throughout the week in different ways: on top of your favorite greens, inside a pita, or paired with roasted veggies for a complete balanced meal.
๐ Serving Ideas
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Over a Caesar salad for a high-protein lunch
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In a wrap with lettuce, tomato, and a drizzle of light Caesar dressing
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With roasted potatoes or Palmini mash for a comforting dinner
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On their own as a grab-and-go protein snack
๐งก Final Thoughts
These Lemon-Herb Chicken Caesar Meatballs bring all the flavors of your favorite Caesar salad into a wholesome, protein-packed dish thatโs perfect for busy days, family dinners, or healthy meal prep. Easy, delicious, and totally crave-worthy โ this is one recipe youโll keep on repeat!
Lemon-Herb Chicken Caesar Meatballs
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Oven
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper
- Scale or ice cream scoop
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground chicken 92/8 or ground chicken of choice
- 4 WASA Light Rye crisp crackers
- 1/2 cup Fat free Fairlife milk
- 1/4 cup Chicken broth
- 1 Egg beaten
- 1 TBSP Minced garlic
- Zest of one lemon
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 TBSP Dijon mustard
- 2 TBSP Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/3 cup Fresh parsley
GARNISH
- Grated parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- In a large bowl, crush the WASA crackers into the bowl.
- Pour in the milk, chicken broth and let soak until crackers are mushy and soaks the liquid up
- Add the beaten egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, minced garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, parsley and ground chicken
- Mix until combined but DO NOT overmix
- Place the parchment paper onto the sheet pan
- Take the meatball mixture and evenly scoop or weigh out 15 even sized meatballs
- Place into the oven for 10 minutes, check the temperature (165 degrees internal)
- If the internal temperature is 165, remove sprinkle meatballs with the parmesan cheese and place back into the oven on a low broil
- Broil until golden and melty (about 3-5 minutes)
- Remove and enjoy!





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