Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade chicken meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce and served over spaghetti. This recipe brings back cherished memories while delivering a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. With juicy ground chicken, fresh herbs, and a touch of cheese, these meatballs are perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Experience the joy of cooking as you create a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Your favorite sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well by hand until fully blended.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 tablespoons each, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the meatballs into your favorite sauce and simmer for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
- While simmering, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and serve with meatballs and sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg