Smart Recipe Kitchen

2026-05-09

These chicken Parmesan meatballs are hearty, family-friendly, and simple enough for a one-pan dinner with bread or pasta. Serves 4 to 5.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 jar marinara sauce, 24 ounces
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil or parsley

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form 16 meatballs.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs for 5 to 6 minutes, turning carefully.
3. Pour in the marinara and spoon some sauce over the meatballs. Cover and simmer 8 minutes.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the skillet.
5. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
6. Finish with basil or parsley and serve hot.

Why it works:

Ground chicken stays tender when mixed gently and finished in sauce.

Timing:

Prep 15 minutes, cook 20 minutes, total about 35 minutes.