Parmesan meatballs are a classic Italian dish typically made with ground beef, pork, and veal, although variations may substitute lamb, turkey, or venison. The dish is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, often including garlic, parsley, oregano, and basil, and then coated in breadcrumbs and fried or baked. Parmesan cheese is usually added to the meatball mixture, lending a distinctive nutty flavor. Parmesan meatballs are a versatile dish, often served as an appetizer or main course, and can be enjoyed with various sauces, like marinara or Alfredo. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting to explore Italian cuisine, this article will guide you through the process of making delicious and authentic parmesan meatballs.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN PARMESAN MEATBALLS WITH SOFT POLENTA
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, build hot coals on one side only. If using a gas grill, heat one side only to medium-high heat.
- For the meatballs: Combine the ground chicken, ricotta, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, nutmeg, garlic, egg and onion in a medium bowl until just mixed. Do not overwork. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture into 8 portions and roll into balls.
- Heat a cast-iron pan on the hot side of the grill until nice and hot. Brush the pan with enough olive oil to liberally coat the surface, about 3 tablespoons.
- Place the meatballs in the pan and cook, flipping them, until all sides are caramelized, about 3 minutes. Move the pan to the indirect-heat side of the grill and cover the grill. Cook for 5 minutes.
- For the sauce: Add the garlic, oregano and onion to the pan with the meatballs and saute until the onions begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the meatballs, then add the tomato puree and 1/2 cup water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the grill and continue to cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is reduced slightly, 10 to 15 minutes.
- For topping and serving: Top the meatballs with the mozzarella, cover the grill and cook until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Discard the oregano sprig. Spoon the meatballs on top of the Soft Polenta. Spoon any remaining sauce over top and serve topped with the Parmesan and basil if using.
- (Alternatively, you can cook the meatballs and the sauce as directed in a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat, then transfer the skillet to a 400 degrees F oven for 10 to 15 minutes before melting the cheese.)
- Add 4 1/2 cups water, 1 tablespoon salt and the olive oil to a medium saucepot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the cornmeal in a steady stream, until it is all incorporated and smooth. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to cook at a simmer until the polenta is creamy and fully hydrated, 30 to 40 minutes. Take the saucepot off the heat and whisk in the butter and Parmesan. Season with additional salt and pepper. Transfer the polenta to a large serving bowl.
CHEESY CHICKEN PARMESAN MEATBALLS
This one-dish dinner takes inspiration from chicken Parmesan, but eliminates the fuss of breading and frying chicken cutlets. Instead, chicken meatballs are the star, delivering an equally comforting and satisfying meal. The unexpected secret to these tender meatballs is tofu, which keeps them juicy. Simply press pieces of tofu between your fingertips to create small crumbles that resemble ground meat. The addition of ricotta creates a creamy texture, as well as great flavor. The meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce with red bell peppers, which infuse the sauce with fresh flavor and natural sweetness. Sharp and tangy provolone completes the dish, although mozzarella could be used for milder flavor. Enjoy over buttered egg noodles, or with crusty bread to sop up the sauce.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, casseroles, meat, meatballs, one pot, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, combine tofu, ricotta, Parmesan, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, oregano, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, and mix until well combined. Add chicken and gently mix to incorporate. Lightly wet hands to prevent meatball mixture from sticking, then roll into 24 (1 1/2-inch) golf ball-size rounds.
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium. Add bell peppers, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add marinara sauce and meatballs, and stir gently to coat the meatballs in the sauce. Bring to a boil, cover and transfer to the oven to bake until meatballs are cooked through, 20 minutes.
- Top with provolone slices, slightly overlapping, and bake until cheese melts, about 3 minutes longer.
- Serve meatballs, peppers and sauce over egg noodles. Garnish with parsley, if using.
EASY BAKED PARMESAN MEATBALLS
Make and share this Easy Baked Parmesan Meatballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by theluckchain
Categories Meat
Time 50m
Yield 12 meatballs, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Mix meat, cheese, parsley, egg and garlic.
- Shape into 12 meatballs.
- Place in foil-lined 15x10x1- inch baking pan.
- Bake 25 minutes or until cooked through.
ESCAROLE AND ORZO SOUP WITH TURKEY PARMESAN MEATBALLS
Steps:
- Whisk egg and 2 tablespoons water in medium bowl to blend. Mix in breadcrumbs; let stand 5 minutes. Add turkey, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper; gently stir to blend. Using wet hands, shape turkey mixture into 1 1/4-inch-diameter meatballs. Place on baking sheet; cover and chill 30 minutes.
- Bring 8 cups chicken broth to boil in large pot. Add carrots and orzo; reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered 8 minutes. Add turkey meatballs and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in chopped escarole and simmer until turkey meatballs, orzo, and escarole are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Rewarm over medium heat, thinning with more broth if desired.)
- Ladle soup into bowls and serve.
PARMESAN MEATBALLS
I love to cook from scratch but I also love my recipes to be quick and easy. This recipe is quick, easy and tastes great as a simple and delicious meatball.
Provided by good2bdunn
Categories Meatballs
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325.
- Process slice of bread in food processor for fresh bread crumbs.
- Combine all ingredients including bread crumbs in mixing bowl.
- Shape into balls and place on baking sheet.
- Make for 20 - 25 minutes until done.
- Add to spaghetti sauce of your choice and serve over pasta or on sandwich rolls.
MEATBALLS WITH PARSLEY AND PARMESAN
Provided by Gayle Gardner
Categories Beef Cheese Egg Herb Dinner Bon Appétit New Mexico
Yield Makes about 44
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons olive oil, parsley, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt and pepper in large bowl to blend. Add ground beef and mix thoroughly. Form mixture into 1 1/2-inch diameter meatballs.
- Pour enough oil into heavy large skillet to coat bottom; heat over medium-low heat. Working in batches, add meatballs and fry until brown and cooked through, turning frequently and adding more oil as needed, about 15 minutes per batch. Transfer to plate.
ITALIAN PARMESAN MEATBALLS
Cheesy meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce, finished with fresh basil and served with your favorite pasta shape.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 2h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grate the bread on the large holes of a box grater into coarse crumbs and put into a large bowl along with the milk and set aside for 5 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the milk. Add the meatloaf mix, Parmesan, parsley, onion, garlic, egg, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and mix until just combined. Shape the meat mixture into 18 meatballs. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
- Bring the marinara sauce to a very light simmer in a large Dutch oven or large wide pot. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add half the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes. Transfer the meatballs to the marinara sauce as they are browned. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the skillet and repeat with the remaining meatballs.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer, covered, gently stirring occasionally until the meatballs are cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the basil. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper. Serve over hot pasta.
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SPICY PARMESAN MEATBALLS WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
Want to eat healthier? Make meatballs with high-fiber cereal, and serve them over delicious whole wheat pasta.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and finely crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or finely crush in food processor).
- In large bowl, mix crushed cereal, ground beef, 1/4 cup cheese, the Italian seasoning, garlic powder and 1/4 cup of the tomato sauce until well blended. Shape into 16 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs.
- Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray. Cook meatballs in skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. Drain if necessary.
- Add remaining tomato sauce, the tomatoes and red pepper to meatballs; turn meatballs to coat. Cover; cook over medium-low heat 15 to 20 minutes, stirring sauce and turning meatballs occasionally, until meatballs are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
- Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Serve meatballs over pasta. Top each serving with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 950 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g
PARMESAN ORZO AND MEATBALLS
Skillet dinner in just 30 minutes? Try this hearty dish that gets a jump start from frozen meatballs. Save money on groceries and use Freezer-Friendly Turkey Meatballs in place of store-bought frozen ones!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook stir-fry vegetables and dressing over medium-high heat 2 minutes. Stir in broth; heat to boiling. Stir in pasta and meatballs. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in tomato. Cover; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed and pasta is tender. Stir in parsley. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g
CHEESY PARMESAN CHICKEN OR TURKEY MEATBALLS
A wonderful change from your regular meatballs! for best flavor it is advised to refrigerate the meatballs overnight before coating in the breadcrumb mixture --- these are delicious!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl using clean hands mix all meatball ingredients together.
- Form into about 24 meatballs (for best flavor at this point cover and refrigerate overnight).
- In a small bowl, mix together additional 1/2 cup breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Roll and coat the balls in the cheese/breadcrumb mixture.
- Pan-fry intil cooked and lightly browned.
CHICKEN PARMESAN MEATBALLS (LOW-CARB)
Make and share this Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Low-Carb) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by FDADELKARIM
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 24 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Mix ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons pizza sauce, spices, & cheese in a bowl.
- Shape into 24 small meatballs, about the size of a ping pong ball; place meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. Serve with pizza sauce for dipping.
KITTENCAL'S LOW-FAT PARMESAN TURKEY MEATBALLS
I make these often they are lower in fat and very good, I sometimes use recipe#186029 in place of the seasoned salt but the choice is yours to use whatever you wish --- yield is only estimated depending on the size of your meatball -- also see my recipe#69173
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Poultry
Time 10m
Yield 20 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl mix all ingredients together (starting with 1/2 cup bread crumbs).
- Mix and add in more bread crumbs if needed to hold together.
- Shape into desired size balls.
- Fry or oven-bake until completely cooked through.
- Use in you favorite recipes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 26.2, Sodium 60, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.6, Protein 5.9
PARMESAN MEATBALLS IN MOZZARELLA BASIL CREAM SAUCE RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by PineyCook
Number Of Ingredients 39
Steps:
- 1.Parmesan Meatballs: Preheat oven to 350F degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil (for easy cleanup). Add all of the Parmesan Meatball ingredients to a large bowl and mix until evenly combined. Form meatballs into heaping 1 tablespoon balls (approximately 40 meatballs). 2.Lightly coat the bottom of a large nonstick skillet with olive oil and heat to medium high heat. Brown meatballs on all sides (I did mine in two batches), drain on paper towels then line on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 -15 minute or until cooked through.*** 3.Meanwhile, cook orzo pasta in generously salted water. 4.Mozzarella Basil Cream Sauce: Whisk cornstarch with milk, set aside. 5.Melt butter in olive oil over medium-low heat in a large skillet. Add shallots and garlic and sauté for 60 seconds. Sprinkle in flour and cook while stirring for 3 minutes then turn heat to low. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then milk, then heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth. Turn heat to medium high and bring the sauce to a simmer while stirring constantly. Stir in Dijon and dry spices and continue to simmer until almost thickened, stirring occasionally. Add peas and continue to simmer until thickened and peas are cooked through. 6.Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, followed by mozzarella cheese until melted. Stir in fresh basil and fresh parsley, followed by orzo and meatballs, adding additional milk if necessary to reach desired consistency. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper and/or red pepper flakes to taste. 7.Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan Cheese, and fresh parsley/basil and lemon (optional). Notes *Panko are Japanese breadcrumbs and can be fond next to the traditional breadcrumbs. **To see how to chiffonade basil, click HERE ***Alternatively you can bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through without browning first. ***You can refrigerate raw meatballs or meatballs once cooked to make this a super quick meal to throw together later.
Tips:
- For the best meatballs, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. This will give them a juicy and flavorful texture.
- Don't overwork the meat mixture. Overworking it will make the meatballs tough.
- Be sure to let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before cooking them. This will help them hold their shape.
- Use a good quality Parmesan cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the meatballs.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Some popular choices include marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto sauce.
Conclusion:
Parmesan meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Parmesan meatballs every time.
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