Meatball Parmesan
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Meatball Parmesan—a delightful dish featuring tender meatballs drenched in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress with its robust flavors and satisfying textures. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them in the prepared dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from the oven and pour marinara sauce over each meatball, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
- Broil for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg