Description
Chicken Parm Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic Italian favorite. Juicy ground chicken meets aromatic herbs and spices, enveloped in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, delivering nostalgia and flavor with every bite. Easy to prepare, these meatballs make any meal feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, chopped basil, and egg; mix until fully combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place evenly in the baking dish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour marinara sauce over each meatball and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Return to the oven for another 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve with extra sauce for drizzling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg