JOHN CURRENCE'S SPICY CHICKEN MEATBALLS

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground chicken, chilled
  • 4 oz. ground bacon, chilled
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. black pepper
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tsp. white wine and herb marinade for chicken
  • 3 tbsp. mixed chopped fresh herbs (basil, thyme, parsley, rosemary)
  • 4 tbsp. olive oil
  • Your favorite tomato sauce

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat chicken and bacon on medium speed for 5 minutes. Slowly blend in next 8 ingredients. Use a tablespoon measure to form meat into 24 balls. Chill meatballs until ready to cook.
2. Heat oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Place meat­balls in oil, and brown on all sides, 10 minutes. Turn heat to low, and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Remove to a plate covered with paper towels and drain. Serve immediately with tomato sauce.