Delicious Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Indulge in the savory delight of chicken parmesan meatballs that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Infused with Italian herbs, topped with gooey mozzarella, and served with a rich marinara sauce, these meatballs are perfect for game nights or family dinners. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are sure to impress guests and become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, parsley, and half of the parmesan cheese. Mix until evenly combined but avoid overworking.
- Scoop and shape the mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches for about 5-7 minutes until golden on all sides.
- Pour marinara sauce over the browned meatballs, cover, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top of the meatballs and cover until melted.
- Garnish with remaining parmesan and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate crushed red pepper flakes into the mixture for a spicy kick. Feel free to substitute breadcrumbs with crushed crackers or add fresh herbs like basil for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.