Chicken meatballs in jar cooking

Name: Chicken meatballs in jar cooking
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chicken breast minced 10.6 oz; Breadcrumbs ¾ cup; Eggs 2; Grana Padano PDO cheese 2 spoonfuls; Leeks 2; Garlic 1 clove; Parsley to taste; Lemons 1; Extra virgin olive oil 4 spoonfuls; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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306

Calories per serving

Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 306
Carbohydrates g 21
of which sugars g 2.3
Protein g 26.3
Fats g 13
of which saturated fat g 3.22
Fiber g 2
Cholesterol mg 152
Sodium mg 1470

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Rosella Errante

So here's the thing, if you are looking for a fresh twist on chicken meatballs, you gotta try this Italian technique called jar-cooking. Really cool stuff. It's also known as vasocottura and it is way, way better than just frying or baking. By sealing the meatballs in jars, they stay super moist and flavorful. Plus, they're infused with lemon and sit on a bed of sweet leeks. Seriously tasty.

In northern Italy, you'll find variations with fresh herbs or Parmigiano. But honestly, the lemon-leek combo really stands out in any meal prep recipe. And the sauce? So, serving these meatballs in jars adds a super intriguing touch for guests. I mean, there's something pretty special about opening a warm jar and getting hit with that fragrant, steamy aroma. It's perfect for make-ahead meals. Keeps them soft and tasty.

Whether you're planning lunches, quick dinners, or just casual gatherings, this method seals in the goodness. You know, compared to traditional fried or baked chicken meatballs, vasocottura brings a cleaner, lighter taste—no question—and avoids that dry texture. This Italian-style recipe is honestly a fun and flavorful addition to any list of favorite homemade meatballs. If you're into easy meal prep or looking to impress with something different, this approach offers a practical and exciting culinary experience.

How to prepare Chicken meatballs in jar cooking

To prepare the chicken meatballs in jar cooking, start with the leek. Remove the end part where the roots are 1 and also cut off the green part of the leaves 2 with a knife. Then slice them into rounds 3

and rinse them under running water 4. Divide the leeks into 4 jars of 500 ml each and season each jar with a tablespoon of oil 5. Cook each jar in the microwave for one minute at 750 watts. Meanwhile, pour the breadcrumbs, parsley, grated cheese, and the peeled garlic clove into a blender 6. Blend everything and set aside.

Put the ground chicken in a bowl, add the eggs 7, the bread mixture 8, a pinch of pepper 9, and salt.

Add the grated lemon zest 10 and mix everything with your hands 11 until you get a homogeneous mixture 12.

Moisten your hands and form walnut-sized meatballs 13; you should make 20 14. Then place 4-5 meatballs in each jar 15.

Squeeze the lemon juice and divide it among the 4 jars 16. Close the jars and secure the special clips 17. Set the microwave to 750 watts, insert a jar, and start cooking for 5 minutes. At the end of cooking, let the jar rest closed for 15 minutes. During the rest, the cooking will finish, and a vacuum will form. In the meantime, cook the other jars. When it's time to serve the meatballs, you just need to release the lid, place the jar in the microwave, and heat it for about 3 minutes, still at 750 W.