Best 7 Tasty Baked Meatballs Recipes

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Baked meatballs are a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with ground meat, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings, and are then baked in the oven until they are cooked through. Baked meatballs can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, and can be paired with a variety of sauces and sides. Whether you are looking for a simple and easy recipe or something more complex and flavorful, there is a baked meatball recipe out there to suit your taste. From classic Italian meatballs to spicy Mexican meatballs, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating delicious baked meatballs.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

JUICY JUMBO OVEN-BAKED MEATBALLS



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Are you searching for an easy oven-baked meatball recipe the whole family will love? These jumbo meatballs are so moist and juicy, everyone will be begging for seconds! They pair perfectly with a delicious bowl of pasta, or fresh steamed veggies.

Provided by Amy Desrosiers

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs. ground beef
1 onion (yellow, small, diced )
1 egg (large size)
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
24 oz pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This will make clean up easy because the pan will be greasy.
  • Add your meat and ingredients to a large bowl.
  • Using clean hands, mix the meat and ingredients together until combined.
  • Form jumbo balls that are about 1/4 lb each.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Add meatballs to sauce, or your preferred meal side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 meatballs, Calories 371 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 623 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g

CHEESY MEATBALL BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ground beef, hot italian sausage, garlic, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian bread crumbs, eggs, milk, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb hot italian sausage
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup italian bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 cup milk
24 oz marinara sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, bread crumbs, eggs, and milk. Mix until everything is fully infused together.
  • Roll into 4-5 ounce (113-142 g) meatballs. For even amounts, use a medium-sized ice cream scooper.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a pan, and brown the meatballs on both sides for about 2-3 minutes or until you create a nice crispy sear. Cook about half way through. They will finish cooking in the oven.
  • In a casserole dish, spread a few tablespoons of marinara sauce to the bottom of the pan to help prevent sticking. Then place meatballs in the casserole dish and add the remaining jar of marinara sauce. Top with 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover in foil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and the meatballs are fully cooked.
  • Serve and garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BAKED MEATBALLS



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For a no-fry, homemade dinner, try Alton Brown's Baked Meatballs recipe, made with a mixture of three different meats and spinach.

Provided by Alton Brown

Time 40m

Yield 20 meatballs, 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground lamb
1/2 pound ground round
5 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained thoroughly
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan
1 whole egg
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup bread crumbs, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork, lamb, ground round, spinach, cheese, egg, basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs. Using your hands, mix all ingredients until well incorporated. Use immediately or place in refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Place the remaining 1/4 cup of bread crumbs into a small bowl. Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1.5-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds, roll in the bread crumbs and place the meatballs in individual, miniature muffin tin cups. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

QUICK AND SIMPLE MEATBALLS



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Keep a batch of these meatballs in your freezer for an easy weeknight meal. This simple meatball recipe can be used for pizzas, sub sandwiches, in soups and more. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1-1/3 cups soft bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, water, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and seasonings; mix well. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until no longer pink, 15-18 minutes. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CLASSIC MEATBALLS



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This homemade meatball recipe is a Betty classic, and for great reason! For generations, home cooks have relied on this hearty meatball recipe to show some skills the kitchen. All it takes to achieve this meaty main dish is eight basic ingredients. Got them? Great! Now, if you have 15 minutes to spare and a foil-lined 13x9 pan, perfectly browned and tender meatballs could be the answer to tonight's dinner jam. Yes, delicious doesn't take long! In the meantime, prepare spaghetti or rice, veggies or salad, because this recipe goes with anything!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 24 (1 1/2-inch) meatballs. Place 1 inch apart in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 18 to 22 minutes or until temperature reaches 160°F and no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

EASY MEATBALLS



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My husband makes these easy meatballs with simple ingredients like eggs, panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, and fresh basil, and they come out flavorful and delicious every time! Kids love them too! If desired, add the cooked meatballs to your favorite sauce until submerged (this brings out the moistness).

Provided by Love2Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds ground beef
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix eggs, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder together in a large bowl. Add beef and panko bread crumbs and mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into about forty 1 1/2-inch balls, a little smaller than golf balls, using a teaspoon. Place on ungreased, rimmed baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, turning halfway through cooking time, 10 to 15 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 117.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

TASTY BAKED MEATBALLS



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After tasting these little gems my husband said, 'These are tasty!' They're great as finger food, or pair with a sauce and serve over pasta for a meal.

Provided by Julie62

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds ground beef
1 ½ cups Italian-seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
3 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly grease.
  • Mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, cream of mushroom soup, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and onion soup mix. Shape the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball. Arrange on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 233.8 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1147.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: A combination of ground beef and ground pork is a classic choice for meatballs, as it provides a good balance of flavor and texture. You can also use ground turkey, chicken, or lamb, depending on your preference.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices add a lot of flavor to meatballs. Some good choices include parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, and onion. You can also add a touch of heat with chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing the meatball mixture can make the meatballs tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use a large baking dish or sheet pan: This will help to ensure that the meatballs cook evenly.
  • Bake the meatballs at a high temperature: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the meatballs and keep them juicy on the inside.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish or sheet pan: This will prevent the meatballs from cooking evenly.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce: Marinara sauce, tomato sauce, or barbecue sauce are all good choices.

Conclusion:

Baked meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a game day snack. With a few simple tips, you can make the best baked meatballs that everyone will love.

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