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Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 meatballs
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe offers a delicious and healthier twist on the classic chicken parm. Made with ground chicken, almond flour, and plenty of cheese, these meatballs are baked in marinara sauce until juicy and tender, then topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan. Perfect served over spaghetti or as a savory appetizer for game day or family dinners.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Sauce and Toppings

  • 2 cups marinara sauce (from a jar)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs evenly.
  2. Mix Meatball Ingredients. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly by hand until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Form Meatballs. Roll the mixture into approximately 12 equal-sized meatballs to ensure even cooking.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish. Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of a cast iron skillet, baking dish, or sauté pan. This will keep the meatballs moist during baking.
  5. Arrange Meatballs and Add Sauce. Place the meatballs gently on top of the sauce. Pour the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs, brushing it onto each one for flavor and moisture.
  6. Add Cheese Toppings. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese over the sauced meatballs for a cheesy crust.
  7. Bake. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  8. Serve. Remove from oven and serve immediately, ideal over spaghetti or as an appetizer on game day.

Notes

  • This recipe offers a tasty variation on traditional chicken parmesan, using ground chicken and almond flour for a gluten-free option.
  • Serve these meatballs over your favorite pasta or enjoy them as a hearty appetizer.
  • You can substitute marinara sauce with homemade or another store-bought sauce of your choice.
  • For extra crispiness, broil the meatballs for 1-2 minutes after baking if desired, but watch closely to avoid burning.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball
  • Calories: 144
  • Sugar: 2.5 g
  • Sodium: 472.6 mg
  • Fat: 6.3 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5.1 g
  • Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Protein: 13.3 g
  • Cholesterol: 53.8 mg

Find it online: https://jmrecipes.com/baked-chicken-parmesan-meatballs-recipe/