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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

These juicy chicken meatballs bring all the flavors of classic chicken parmesan into one easy skillet meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian American· August 16, 2026
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
4

If you love chicken parmesan, these meatballs are going to be your new go to dinner. They are perfectly crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and simmered in a rich marinara sauce until everything is bubbly and delicious.

This recipe is a favorite because it is simple enough for a busy weeknight but fancy enough for a weekend meal. Be sure to mix the meat gently, as overworking it can lead to tough meatballs instead of tender, juicy ones.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh chopped basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, mix together half of the panko breadcrumbs and half of the Parmesan cheese. Set this mixture aside for coating.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, the remaining panko, the remaining Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix just until combined.

  4. 4

    Use a cookie scoop to form about 16 meatballs. Roll each meatball in the reserved breadcrumb mixture until coated.

  5. 5

    Heat the olive oil in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches for about 1 to 2 minutes per side.

  6. 6

    Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the meatballs. Top the dish with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

  7. 7

    Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the meatballs are cooked through. Top with fresh basil before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days and reheat on the stovetop. You can also freeze the meatballs before or after cooking for an easy future meal.

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