Mississippi Chicken Meatballs
Mississippi Chicken Meatballs pack ranch, au jus, and tangy pepperoncini into juicy baked bites, finished with a buttery pan sauce and melted Monterey Jack richness. They’re savory, slightly spicy, and ultra comforting—perfect spooned over mashed potatoes for a cozy weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mississippi Chicken Meatballs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 7
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Mix ground chicken, 1 1/2 tablespoons ranch seasoning, 1 1/2 tablespoon au jus mix, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, and pepperoncini peppers in a bowl until just combined.
- 3
Shape into 1 1/2-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each); place them on a baking sheet. Spray the meatballs with cooking spray.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; rotate the meatballs halfway through the baking time to brown evenly.
- 5
Meanwhile, combine butter, 1/2 tablespoon ranch seasoning, 1/2 tablespoon au jus mix, pepperoncini brine, and chicken broth in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, whisking constantly, until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes.
- 6
Remove from the oven; let the meatballs cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes.
- Calories 617.53 kcal High 31%
- Protein 40.1 g Good Source 80%
- Carbohydrate 49.29 g 18%
- Total Fat 27.85 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 15.4 g High 77%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 210.67 mg High 70%
- Sodium 2765.99 mg High 120%
- Dietary Fiber 4.15 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 7.41 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 329.46 mg Good Source 25%
- Iron 2.33 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 107.13 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 106.76 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 13.37 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.48 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Mississippi Chicken Meatballs is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Au Jus Gravy Mix, Cooking Spray, Eggs, and Ground Chicken. Each serving provides about 617.53 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mississippi Chicken Meatballs made of?
- The main ingredients are Au Jus Gravy Mix, Cooking Spray, Eggs, Ground Chicken, Panko. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mississippi Chicken Meatballs?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 617.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mississippi Chicken Meatballs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Mississippi Chicken Meatballs healthy?
- Mississippi Chicken Meatballs has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 617.53 calories and 40.1 g of protein, or 80% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2765.99 mg (120% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 15.4 g (77% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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