Sourdough Discard Chicken Meatballs That’ll Steal the Show (Oven-Baked Magic!)

Let’s be honest—there’s nothing more satisfying than turning sourdough discard into something golden and craveable. These sourdough discard chicken meatballs are exactly that: crisp on the edges, juicy in the middle, and baked to cozy, oven-magic perfection.

Made with a spoonful of sourdough discard you weren’t sure what to do with, these golden bites are a total win. I like to call them little bites of comfort—perfect for piling over grains, tucking into wraps, or sneaking straight from the pan (no judgment here).

New to sourdough? Discard is the portion of your sourdough starter that you remove before feeding it fresh flour and water. Instead of tossing it, you can use that tangy, fermented goodness to boost flavor and moisture in recipes like this. No discard on hand? No problem—Just swap it for a ¼ cup of panko and keep on cooking. Easy peasy.

If you’re into easy, high-protein, sourdough-inspired dinners, you’re about to fall in love with this cozy recipe. These oven-baked sourdough discard chicken meatballs come together quickly and bring that feel-good, home-cooked magic to your table.

Want a grain bowl moment?

Try it with:
Golden Crumb Sourdough Bread – For when you want to tuck your meatballs into something with a nutty, hearty bite.

“Spoonful of grains, juicy meatball, one happy bite. That’s the afterglow.”

Cozy Comfort Food Soulmates?

These meatballs? Total soulmates with my cozy Tomato Soup — perfect for dunking, slurping, or next-level comfort food bliss. (Just omit the maple syrup for pairing!)