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Enjoy a twist on classic chicken parm with this Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe! Perfect over a bed of spaghetti or as an appetizer on game day.
The most delicious chicken parm meatballs
I don’t know about you, but chicken parmesan has always been a favorite of mine. It’s one of those simple recipes that requires only a handful of ingredients but creates a totally delicious result! After having it a good number of times (meaning, a lot of times), I decided it was time for something new.
Hello, baked chicken parmesan meatballs!
These are essentially little meatball-shaped chicken parmesan bites. They’re made with classic chicken parm ingredients like mozzarella and marina sauce to maintain the flavors that we all love. Top ’em with a bit of extra parmesan cheese, and oh boy. These things are delicious!
Chicken parm meatballs are great over a bed of pasta for a twist on spaghetti and meatballs night. They’re also perfect as an appetizer on game day!
Ingredients in baked chicken parmesan meatballs
This baked chicken meatball recipe consists of chicken, egg, almond flour, spices, and loads of cheese. Oh, and marinara sauce. It’s a delicious combo, to say the least! Is your mouth watering yet?
- Chicken: Start with 1 lb of your favorite ground chicken.
- Egg: 1 egg will be used to create the meatball base and will help us achieve the right texture.
- Almond flour: We will use 1/2 cup of almond flour. This helps the ingredients bind together and thickens up the meatballs.
- Parmesan: 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese will be added for flavor.
- Spices: When it comes to spices, add 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tsp of onion powder, 1/2 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tsp of pepper.
- Marinara sauce: To give the meatballs that classic chicken parm taste, use 2 cups of your favorite jarred marina sauce.
- Mozzarella: Increase the cheesiness with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella. This is the magic ingredient for making them true chicken parm meatballs!
- Parmesan: Last but not least, finish off the meatballs with an additional 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.
Tools used to create this recipe
To create these meatballs from scratch you will need a large mixing bowl, a stirring utensil, and a cooking brush. You will also need a dish to bake the meatballs and can use a cast-iron skillet, regular glass baking dish, or a sautรฉ pan.
To measure out ingredients you will need 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/4 cup, and 1/2 cup.
How to make baked chicken meatballs
We’ll make these meatballs like any other meatball recipe. It begins by combining the meat mixture, and then we’ll shape the mix into balls before adding marinara and cheese and letting them cook in the oven.
To begin, preheat the oven to 400ยฐF.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Once well combined, roll the mixture into meatballs.
Pour 1 cup of the marinara sauce into the bottom of your cooking dish. I used a cast-iron skillet, but you can also use a baking dish or sautรฉ pan.
Place the meatballs in the dish on top of the sauce, and then pour the remaining 1 cup of sauce over the meatballs. Brush it around to neatly coat the tops. Then, sprinkle on the mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the inside of the meatballs reach 165ยฐF.
Substitution Tip
More of a turkey person? Good news! You can easily replace the ground chicken with ground turkey. Ground beef would likely work just as well too!
Want more flavor? Additional seasonings can be used to spice things up a bit. Try parsley and oregano, and feel free to use garlic powder if you don’t have fresh cloves available. You can also add some heat with red pepper flakes!
Recipe Tips
Here’s a quick tip for you! After sprinkling on that last layer of parmesan cheese (step 5), give the meatballs a few minutes under the broiler. This will help the parmesan reach a delicious and crispy golden brown color!
Storing leftovers
If you’re interested in freezing your chicken parm meatballs for later, simply prep and stop after step 2. Place the meatballs on a pan or baking sheet and freeze. Once frozen, remove from the pan, add to your preferred container or freezer bag, and freeze!
When ready to enjoy, let thaw before adding to a pan with marinara sauce and baking as directed.
If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!
Meatballs are always a good idea. They’re great as an appetizer, an hor d’oeuvre, or even as a main course! Here are some more tasty meatball variations to try.
- Healthy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
- Easy Turkey Meatballs (Gluten-Free)
- Healthier Sweet and Sour Meatballs
- Thai Turkey Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
Recipe by Erin Antoniak and Photos by Bake and Bacon
Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Enjoy a twist on classic chicken parm with this Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe! Perfect over a bed of spaghetti or as an appetizer on game day.
Ingredients
- 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
- 2 cups marinara sauce (from a jar)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- In a large bowl, mix together chicken, egg, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper by hand. Roll into meatballs.
- Pour 1 cup marinara sauce into bottom of dish. I used a cast iron skillet but you can also use a baking dish or saute pan.
- Place meatballs in baking dish on top of sauce. Pour remaining 1 cup marinara on top, brush on meatballs. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 25-30 minutes or until inside reads 165F. Serve!
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Tracy says
I didnโt have almond flour at the time, so I used oat flour instead. They were still amazing! We served it over noodles with some green beans and it was sooo delicious! Weโve been loving your recipes!!!!
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Erin says
Hi Tracy, so happy you loved them and made them your own!!
Madison says
Super easy to make on a weeknight!!
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Erin says
Hi Madison, so happy you loved them!! ๐
Anonymous says
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Erin says
Thank you!!
Julie B says
These are so easy to whip up on a busy weeknight. They are absolutely delicious! I used ground turkey instead of chicken and *chefs kiss* Toddler approved so do not sleep on these!
Erin says
Hi Julie, so happy you all enjoyed them! ๐
Taylor says
The best and easiest meatball recipe! Has officially become my go to for a quick and easy meatball and pasta night.
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Erin says
Hi Taylor, so happy you loved them! ๐
Jenny says
Can you substitute almond flour with regular flour? What marinara do you like best with this?
Erin says
Hi Jenny, I’d use breadcrumbs! Raos is my favorite marinara! Let me know how your meatballs come out!
Kelly says
This recipe was amazing! So good and easy to make!
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Erin says
Hi Kelly, so glad you loved them!!
Kelly says
The easiest and cheesiest recipe! So delicious. These are my go to recipe when I want a satisfying meal but donโt really feel like cooking. Instead of pasta, I serve mine over Parmesan rice
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Erin says
Hi Kelly, so happy you loved it so much and great idea!!
Kirsten says
This recipe is a favorite in our household! The meatballs are so moist. We have done meatball hoagies and spaghetti & meatballs with this recipe and it’s delicious every time. Plus they freeze well! I’ve found that I need to cook them longer than the recipe calls for, but this could be my oven.
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Erin says
Hi Kirsten, so happy it is a hit!! ๐
Sabrina says
These are delicious and so easy to make! This is a rotating week night staple for us when we are craving a lighter dinner with an Italian flare.
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Erin says
Hi Sabrina, so happy you enjoyed it! ๐
Dawn says
These are delicious , my grandson loves them !!
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Erin says
Hi Dawn, so happy they were a hit! ๐
Donna says
If I make these smaller, as in for cocktail meatballs, would the baking time be the same? Thankss
Erin says
Hi Donna, I would try taking a few minutes off the time but should be similar. Let me know how they come out!
Susie says
My second time making them! Easy and delicious!
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Erin says
Hi Susie, so happy you loved them!
Michele C says
I was looking to find Italian recipes that do not sacrifice flavor but offer healthier alternatives. I love a spaghetti and meatball dinner! These meatballs did not disappoint. We had roasted veggies on the side and the meal was delish. We are looking forward to the leftovers this weekend.
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Erin says
Hi Michele, so glad you loved them and sounds like a great meal!! ๐
Karen M says
Super easy and delicious!!! This recipe may end up on repeat this fall / winter season
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Erin says
Hi Karen, so happy you loved them!! ๐
Krista says
This meal is a staple in our house! Even my 3 year old who never touches dinner loves it! Thanks Erin!
Erin says
Hi Krista, so glad you all loved them!!
Caitlin says
So freaking good!! Used ground Turkey bc itโs what we had and they were so moist and filling. Such an easy but delicious dinner!!
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Erin says
Hi Caitlin, so happy you loved them!! ๐
Jess says
So easy and so tasty! Do you think you can freeze leftovers?
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Erin says
Hi Jess, so glad you liked them and yes of course! Just store in an airtight container!
Abbey says
These were absolutely delicious and so easy to make!! Great for meal prep or a date night in
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Erin says
Hi Abbey, so glad you enjoyed them!! ๐
Lauren says
So easy to make and taste like an Italian restaurant! One of my favorite dinners yet.
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Erin says
Hi Lauren, so glad you enjoyed them! ๐