Italian Chicken Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Meatball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, mix the ingredients until just combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Chill Meatballs
Refrigerate the meatballs for 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking Meatballs
- 6
Cook Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully add the chilled meatballs to the simmering sauce. Allow them to cook in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 7
Serve
Once the meatballs are cooked, remove from heat and serve hot over pasta, in a sub, or on their own with extra sauce.