Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Name: Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs ground chicken; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cups marinara sauce

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Story updated September 18, 2026

Meatballs in tomato sauce are strongly associated with Italian and Italian-American cooking, though meatball dishes exist in many cultures worldwide. Chicken as the base, rather than traditional beef or pork, is a more modern, lighter adaptation favored in contemporary home cooking.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1.5 lbs ground chicken
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

1In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2Mix gently until just combined, then form the mixture into 16-18 meatballs.
3Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total.
4Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the meatballs reach 165°F internally.
5Serve over pasta or with crusty bread, spooning extra sauce on top.

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