Chicken Parmesan Meatballs + Video

Chicken Parmesan Meatballs + Video

from theslowroasteditalian.com
30 min
48 servings

This chicken parmesan meatballs recipe tastes just like your favorite chicken Parmesan! Make some today with fresh ingredients and delicious marinara.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken breast
  • 3/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 1/4 cups Parmesan cheese (fresh grated, divided)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 small onion (grated (or minced))
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 cup marinara sauce (divided)
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (fresh cracked)
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Set aside 1 cup marinara, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, combine all remaining ingredients (chicken, breadcrumbs, 1 cup Parmesan, garlic, onion, 2 tablespoons marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, basil, parsley, salt, pepper and egg). Mix well, do not over mix or you will have tough meatballs.

  4. 4

    Using a 1-1/2 tablespoon scoop, portion out meat mixture and place on baking sheet. After all meatballs have been scooped onto tray, roll into balls.

  5. 5

    Bake for 16-18 minutes until lightly browned.

  6. 6

    Turn oven to broil.

  7. 7

    Drizzle a spoonful of marinara over each meatball. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

  8. 8

    Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

  9. 9

    Serve and enjoy!