Chicken Meatballs with Marinara
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Chicken meatballs with marinara are savory, tender meatballs made from ground chicken and simmered in a flavorful marinara sauce. They provide a robust source of protein, making them a nutritious addition to any meal.
Healthy Heart Food dieticians often plan menus featuring chicken meatballs with marinara alongside broccoli, cauliflower, orange, pasta, and whole milk or 1% milk.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Chicken Meatballs with Marinara
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Chicken Meatballs with Marinara shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Savor the taste of tender chicken meatballs simmered in a rich marinara sauce, perfect for a nutritious family dinner.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground chicken
- •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1 egg
- •1 small onion, finely chopped
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •2 cups marinara sauce
- •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, egg, and onion. Mix until well combined.
- 3Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- 4Bake the meatballs for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
- 5In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add baked meatballs and pour marinara sauce over them.
- 6Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 10-15 minutes, until fully cooked through.
- 7Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Chef Tips
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.