Spaghetti and Meatballs

Elevate your dinner routine with this classic Spaghetti and Chicken Meatballs recipe. Enjoy tender chicken meatballs nestled in a rich tomato sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti for an easy and satisfying meal

Prep time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Cook time:

30 mins

Difficulty:

Easy

Total time:

50 mins

What you'll need

Large Pot

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Mixing Bowls

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Skillet

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Baking Sheet

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Spatula

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Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper

Tomato sauce

  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper

Serving

  • 12 oz spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Directions​

STEP 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

 

STEP 2

In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet

 

STEP 3

Bake meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown

 

STEP 4

In a large skillet or saucepan, sauté onions and garlic until softened. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes

 

STEP 5

Add the baked chicken meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes

 

STEP 6

Serve the chicken meatballs and sauce over cooked spaghetti. Garnish with Parmesan and fresh basil or parsley

Nutrition facts (per serving)

Calories:

550

Protein:

35g

Fat:

15g

Carbs:

65g

Fiber:

6g

Sugar:

8g

Sodium:

800mg