Chicken Parmesan Meatballs – Cheesy, Juicy & Easy Weeknight Dinner!
Cheesy, juicy chicken meatballs baked in marinara with parmesan, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! Tender ground chicken mixed with breadcrumbs and garlic, seared, then simmered in sauce until golden and bubbling.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Shape the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear meatballs in batches until browned.
- Transfer meatballs to a baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over them and sprinkle additional Parmesan.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until meatballs reach 165°F (75°C). Let rest before serving.
Notes
Add fresh herbs like basil for extra flavor
Avoid overmixing to prevent tough meatballs
Add milk or chicken broth if the mixture is too dry
Freeze pre-made meatballs for meal prep
Store-bought marinara is convenient, but homemade is ideal
For a lean alternative, substitute ground turkey for chicken
Avoid overmixing to prevent tough meatballs
Add milk or chicken broth if the mixture is too dry
Freeze pre-made meatballs for meal prep
Store-bought marinara is convenient, but homemade is ideal
For a lean alternative, substitute ground turkey for chicken