Chicken Parm Meatballs
Jumbo homemade chicken meatballs have a crispy exterior and tender inside with a hot melty cheese surprise in the center.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 Tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 C seasoned breadcrumbs divided
- 1 stick of string cheese cut up into equal portions
- 1/2 lb spaghetti
- Tomato sauce
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl combine first six ingredients plus 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Divide mixture into four equal portions. Form a disc or cup out of one portion of chicken mixture, add mozzarella to the center. Cover cheese with meat and shape into a ball. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Roll meatballs in remaining breadcrumbs.
- Warm oil in a large skillet over med/high heat. When oil is hot, carefully place meatballs in oil. Lightly brown on all sides. Drain on a paper towel lined plate.
- Transfer meatballs to a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until completely cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to box instructions or personal preference. Divide into 4 portions, serving with sauce and a meatball.
Notes
An original recipe from Baked by Rachel