Cheesy Parmesan Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 pound ground chicken
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1 egg
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko style)
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Pepper to your liking
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1 cup grated parmesan, split in half
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Cooking & Topping
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2 cups mozzarella, shredded
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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24 ounces marinara sauce from a jar
# Instructions:
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Set oven temperature to 375°F. Combine meatball ingredients, keeping half the parmesan aside. Shape into small balls, about an inch across.
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Warm up oil in a skillet that can go in the oven. Cook meatballs in batches for roughly 5 minutes per batch until nicely browned.
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Add the marinara to the skillet first, then return the browned meatballs on top. Sprinkle the rest of the parmesan and pile on the mozzarella.
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Slide it into the oven for about 15 minutes, making sure the meatballs cook through. If you want the cheese to get golden, broil it briefly.
# Notes:
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A meat thermometer can check for doneness.
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Meatballs should hit 165°F internally.
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You can broil the cheese to brown it.