Description
Juicy chicken meatballs baked in marinara sauce and topped with bubbling mozzarella and Parmesan for a cozy, comforting twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus extra for topping
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with a rack lightly brushed with olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, soaked breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, mozzarella, egg, garlic, parsley, seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Roll the mixture into 1 ½-inch meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared rack.
- Assemble the Dish: Bake for 18–20 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
- Cook to Perfection: Transfer meatballs into an oven-safe skillet or dish, pour marinara over them, and top generously with mozzarella.
- Finishing Touches: Return to the oven for 8–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly, then broil briefly for a golden top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot over pasta, with bread, or as a standalone dish.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting and flavor.
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture, it can make the meatballs tough.
- Freeze cooked meatballs without sauce for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Meatballs, chicken recipes, meatball dinner, Italian comfort food, baked chicken parmesan