Description
These Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs offer a delicious twist on the classic chicken Parmesan flavor, perfectly baked to juicy perfection. Made with ground chicken, almond flour, parmesan, and a blend of seasonings, then baked in marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheese, they’re a crowd-pleaser ideal for a hearty dinner or game day appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Topping
- 2 cups marinara sauce (from a jar)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature to bake the meatballs thoroughly and evenly.
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, almond flour, grated parmesan, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together until fully incorporated.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into approximately 12 equal-sized meatballs by rolling portions into balls between your palms.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of a cast iron skillet, baking dish, or sauté pan to create a flavorful base for the meatballs.
- Arrange Meatballs and Add Sauce: Place the formed meatballs on top of the marinara sauce in the dish. Then pour the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce over the meatballs, making sure to coat them well, either by pouring or brushing the sauce on.
- Add Cheese Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese and 1 cup shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauced meatballs for a cheesy, golden-baked finish.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. These meatballs pair wonderfully with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or as a flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- Enjoy a twist on classic chicken parm with this Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe!
- Perfect over a bed of spaghetti for a comforting main dish.
- Also great served as an appetizer for game day or parties.
- You can substitute almond flour with gluten-free breadcrumbs if preferred.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfect doneness every time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 144
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 473 mg
- Fat: 6.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.1 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 13.3 g
- Cholesterol: 54 mg
