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Baked Meatballs Recipe

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By: Erin3/7/23

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Baked Meatball Recipe
Baked Meatball Recipe

Try this Baked Meatballs Recipe for a savory dish sure to hit the spot. Enjoy the dish as-is or paired with your favorite sides for a complete and filling meal!

baked meatballs

A quick and easy oven-baked meatballs recipe

When it comes to meatball recipes, I love how they’re so versatile. You can make them with chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or even veggie-based ingredients. And the versatility goes a step further when you realize how many different types of ingredients and veggies can be added in!

Today, we’re making classic Italian-style meatballs filled with flavorful ingredients in garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, and parmesan. Then, we’re baking them for an easy cooking process and a juicy final result.

baked meatballs

Ingredients in this baked meatballs recipe

The secret to the great flavor of this dish is that we combine beef and pork. Doing so elevates the flavor, and it all comes together with the addition of garlic, parsley, and oregano!

  • Ground beef: This recipe begins with 1 lb of ground beef. Don’t worry about browning it first; it’ll fully cook in the oven!
  • Ground pork: Follow the beef with an equal amount (1 lb) of ground pork.
  • Garlic: 4 cloves of minced garlic will add delicious flavor to the meatballs.
  • Onion: Include 1/2 of a yellow onion for texture and taste. Grate before adding to the meatball mixture.
  • Eggs: Use 2 eggs to help bind all of the ingredients together.
  • Whole milk: Throw in 1/4 cup of milk to prevent the meatballs from drying out.
  • Panko breadcrumbs: Add 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs for texture.
  • Grated parmesan: Cheese makes the meatballs complete! Use 1/2 cup of parmesan.
  • Seasonings: Last but not least, finish off the recipe with 1/3 cup of chopped parsley, 1 tsp of salt, 1/2 tsp of pepper, and 1 tsp of oregano.

Kitchen tools needed to make beef and pork meatballs

This recipe requires only a handful of kitchen tools, making cleanup that much easier! To prepare baked meatballs, you will need the following:

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Cookie scoop

For measuring out ingredients, you will need the following sized measuring cups: 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, and 1 cup.

making meatballs
meatballs uncooked on tray

How to make meatballs in the oven

Baking meatballs is one of the simplest ways to prepare the dish. Start by creating the mixture and rolling into balls, and then just bake!

To begin, preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Then, add the beef and pork to a large mixing bowl and use your hands to combine. Roughly combine and do not overmix.

Next, add the garlic, onion, eggs, milk, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix with your hands and do not overmix.

Using a cookie scoop, scoop and roll the mixture into balls. Each should be about 3 tbsp. Place them on a baking sheet.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the inside temperature reads 165°F.

After baking, optionally let simmer in red bolognese sauce (omit the beef) and take out after about 15 minutes.

baked meatballs

Use these ingredients for a more intense flavor

Are you a fan of spicy food? If so, feel free to mix red pepper flakes into the meatball mixture. Doing so will add a dash of heat to the final dish! You can also create a slightly different flavor by swapping the grated yellow onion for grated red onion.

What to serve with this baked meatballs recipe

Baked beef and pork meatballs can be served up a number of ways. I like to pair the dish with 2 sides (typically one veggie-based dish and one starch). If you’re in the market for ideas, try pairing the dish with one of these combos!

  • Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Classic Mac and Cheese
  • Tomato Bruschetta and Bread
  • Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad and Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Oven Roasted Honey Carrots and Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes!
baked meatballs
baked meatballs in red sauce

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

Meatballs can be made in so many different ways. Here are some more ways to prepare ’em!

  • Chicken Piccata Meatballs
  • Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
  • Thai Turkey Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
  • Healthier Sweet and Sour Meatballs

All recipes by Erin Morrissey and Photos by Sierra Inn

baked meatballs
★★★★★ 5 from 3 reviews

Baked Meatballs Recipe

Try this Baked Meatballs Recipe for a savory dish sure to hit the spot. Enjoy the dish as-is or paired with your favorite sides for a complete and filling meal!

Prep: 10Cook: 25Total: 35 minutes
Yield 30 meatballs 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1lb ground beef
  • 1lb ground pork
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 yellow onion, grated
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/3 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, add beef and pork. Use hands to combine but do not over mix, just roughly combined.
  3. Add garlic, onion, eggs, milk, panko, parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper and oregano. Mix with hands but again, do not over mix.
  4. Using a cookie scoop, scoop and roll into balls, about 3 tbsp per meatball. Place on baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until inside temperature reads 165F. If cooking in sauce for longer, take out after about 15 minutes.
  6. Enjoy!

Notes

Use my red sauce (just omit the beef) and allow the meatballs to simmer in sauce after baking.

Author: ErinCategory: dinner, lunch, meatballs, meal-prepMethod: ovenCuisine: Italian
baked meatballs

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  1. Rosemary Stamm says

    Posted on 3/21 at 11:47 am

    Realized I commented, but didn’t rate…definitely a 5 star. If I could give more, I would!

    ★★★★★

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  2. Rosemary Stamm says

    Posted on 3/21 at 10:34 am

    My searched for the perfect meatball recipe (and it’s been pretty extensive) has finally ended! They tasted exactly like a meatball you’d eat at a fancy Italian restaurant…the best texture and flavor combined! Thank you SO much!!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/23 at 10:36 pm

      Hi Rosemary, so happy you loved them so much! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Christy says

    Posted on 3/20 at 12:05 am

    DELICIOUS!!! They came out very juicy and perfect for an at home dinner date night! So easy to make too!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/20 at 6:07 pm

      Hi Christy, so happy you loved them!!

      Reply
  4. Danielle says

    Posted on 3/12 at 11:54 pm

    These meatballs are SO good! So easy to make, flavorful and husband approved! I honestly just ate them alone with Rao’s sauce. Hit the spot! Will definitely be in the rotation! Thank you Erin!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/13 at 1:28 pm

      Hi Danielle, so happy you both loved them!!

      Reply
  5. Carol says

    Posted on 3/11 at 9:37 am

    Hi Erin,
    Can I substitute the whole milk with water?
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/15 at 6:36 pm

      Hi Carol, yes you can, but it won’t be as rich in flavor. Let me know how they come out!

      Reply

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