Description
These Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs deliver all the cozy, cheesy goodness of classic chicken parm in a tender, bite-sized form. Juicy ground chicken, savory herbs, rich marinara, and melty mozzarella come together in a dish that’s quick to make, easy to love, and perfect for both weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.
- Grease the baking sheet. Scoop the meat mixture into evenly sized balls and place on the sheet.
- Spoon a little marinara sauce over each meatball and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and broil briefly for a golden finish if desired.
- Serve warm with additional marinara or over pasta.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat to keep the meatballs tender.
- Freshly grated Parmesan gives the best flavor and texture.
- Make ahead and freeze for quick meals later on.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg