# Artisan Flavor Chicken Meatballs The Al Fresco Chicken Meatballs Contain 50% Less Fat By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-meatball1 References: [alfrescoallnatural](http://alfrescoallnatural.com/products/fully-cooked-chicken-meatballs-frozen) & [alfrescoallnatural](http://alfrescoallnatural.com) The [Al Fresco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwerk) chicken meatballs aim to be a quick, delicious and healthy way for consumers to quickly create customized dishes from the comfort of their own kitchen. The all-natural meatballs are created using skinless chicken, which allows them to have 50% less fat than beef and pork varieties. The Al Fresco meatballs are gluten-free and come in deliciously artisanal flavor varieties including Spicy Jalapeño & Pepper Jack, Caramelized Onion and the classic Italian Style. Each flavor variety is capable of being used in a number of different ways such as in pasta dishes, tossed on the BBQ as a main protein course or even cooked and kept to be [eaten individually as snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickenbased-protein-snack). The chicken meatballs offer a delicious yet healthy way to enjoy a classic dinner dish with a modern flavor option. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Convenience Foods:** Al Fresco's chicken meatballs offer a convenient and healthy option for consumers on-the-go. - **Artisanal Flavors:** The multiple artisanal flavor options of Al Fresco's chicken meatballs cater to consumers' modern taste preferences. - **Reduction of Fat in Traditional Meatball Options:** Al Fresco's chicken meatballs disrupt the traditional meatball market by offering a lower fat option. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Manufacturing:** The food manufacturing industry can explore healthy convenience food options, such as Al Fresco's chicken meatballs, to capitalize on the changing consumer preferences. - **Grocery:** Grocery retailers can expand their meatball offerings to include Al Fresco's chicken meatballs and tap into the growing demand for artisanal flavors and healthy convenience foods. - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can create new menu items using Al Fresco's chicken meatballs as a healthy and delicious ingredient alternative to traditional meatballs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Natural Heat-and-Eat Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jones-dairy-farm-meatballs.md) - [Flavorful Flame-Broiled Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farm-rich-meatball.md) - [Savory Flavor-Packed Chicken Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-chicken-sausages.md) - [Savory Better-for-You Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sausage-project-chicken-sausages.md) - [Stuffed Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-bites1.md) - [Cauliflower-Breaded Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-natural-chicken-bites.md) - [Gluten-Free Prepackaged Italian Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mamamancinis-products.md) - [Eco Chicken Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-sausage-1.md) - [Family-Friendly Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfriendly-frozen-meals.md)