PCLinuxOS Recipe Corner: Chicken Parmesan Meatball Skillet

Chicken Parmesan Meatball Skillet

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup Italian style bread crumbs
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 jar (24 oz) tomato-basil marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons sliced fresh basil leaves

DIRECTIONS:

In a large bowl, mix the chicken, bread crumbs, 1/3 cup of the Parmesan cheese, the milk, salt, pepper and egg. Shape the mixture into 20 meatballs.

In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Place meatballs in skillet, and brown meatballs on all sides, about 3 minutes on each side; drain.

Add marinara sauce to the skillet. Reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook 5 to 8 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and no pink remains (at least 165°F). Remove from heat; top with mozzarella cheese, remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and the basil.

To serve, spoon meatballs and sauce into serving bowls.

TIPS:

Add a can of diced tomatoes with the marinara sauce for added flavor and texture.

NUTRITION:

Calories: 380    Carbs: 25g    Fiber: 2g    Sodium: 1260mg    Protein: 25g