Chicken Parm Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken1 egg1/2 cup breadcrumbs1/4 cup water1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup Parmesan cheese1 and 1/2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese1 jar of good pasta sauceExtra Parmesan cheese for sprinkling over the top
Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, water, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper and mix well to combine.
- 3
Take your baking dish, and pour in the jar of pasta sauce. Then, take the ground chicken mixture and form them into meatballs, I was able to make 20 meatballs. Place all the meatballs into the pasta sauce baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes.
- 4
Once it’s done baking, remove from the oven. Cover the top with the Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle some more Parmesan cheese overtop. Place under the broiler for 4 minutes until it’s browned and bubbly. Always watch food under the broiler very closely! Things can burn quickly. Serve with pasta or on bread for a chicken parm sub!
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About this Recipe
Craving the satisfying taste of chicken Parm but looking for an easier, quicker way to enjoy it? These Chicken Parm Meatballs deliver all those classic flavors in a convenient, crowd-pleasing format.
This recipe simplifies the beloved Italian-American classic, transforming it into bake-and-broil perfection. By cooking the ground chicken meatballs right in the pasta sauce, you infuse every bite with rich tomato flavor while keeping cleanup minimal. It’s a smart technique that ensures juicy, tender meatballs every time.
You can expect tender, flavorful ground chicken meatballs swimming in a rich tomato sauce, topped with a golden, bubbly layer of melted mozzarella and savory Parmesan. Each bite offers that irresistible combination of savory chicken, tangy sauce, and gooey, browned cheese that makes chicken Parm so universally loved. It’s comforting, hearty, and effortlessly satisfying, perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable. While ground chicken is specified, you could experiment with ground turkey for a similar lean protein. Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic powder, dried thyme, or onion powder in the meatballs to suit your taste. You can also play with your cheese topping—perhaps a mix with some sharper provolone or aged Parmesan for an extra kick alongside the classic mozzarella.
These Chicken Parm Meatballs are perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. Serve them generously over your favorite pasta, like spaghetti or penne, or tucked into crusty rolls for an incredible Chicken Parm sub experience. A simple green salad would complete this satisfying meal.