Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Tender chicken meatballs simmered in marinara and topped with melty mozzarella.
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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs is an Italian dinner recipe that takes about 35 min, makes 4 servings, has about 500 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonChicken Parmesan Meatballs ingredients
- 1 1/4 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- optional fresh basil
- to taste kosher salt and black pepper
How to make Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
- Heat oven to 400°F. Mix chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll into 18–20 meatballs. If the mixture is sticky, lightly oil your hands instead of adding more breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs for 2–3 minutes per side; they will finish cooking in the sauce.
- Pour marinara around the meatballs, spoon a little over the tops, and sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until meatballs reach 165°F and cheese is melted. Top with basil and serve with pasta, bread, or a salad.
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs FAQ
How do I make Chicken Parmesan Meatballs?
Make Chicken Parmesan Meatballs by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Chicken Parmesan Meatballs?
The main ingredients include ground chicken, Italian breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, large egg, garlic cloves, minced. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Chicken Parmesan Meatballs take?
This recipe takes about 35 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Chicken Parmesan Meatballs?
Recipe Genius estimates about 500 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.