Welcome to this week’s episode of Can It Meatball? Today’s subject: chicken piccata — which, spoiler, absolutely can. In The Modern Proper’s Chicken Piccata Meatballs, ground chicken is combined with panko, capers, garlic, and Parm, then simmered in a lemony, buttery sauce loaded with more garlic and capers.
The result? All the bright, punchy flavors of the Italian-American classic with way less fuss — and no dredging required. And while nobody would fault you for eating these perfectly browned meatballs straight from the pan, we recommend serving them with buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, or orzo, for a dinner that’s, in a word, magnifico.
The Time Commitment: About 35 minutes.
Key Tips: No panko? No problem — Holly Erickson and Natalie Mortimer (aka The Modern Proper) say regular breadcrumbs will work in a pinch. Same with chicken stock instead of wine. Also, lightly wet your hands with water before forming the meatballs, to prevent sticking.
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