Parmesan Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground chicken
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs plus more for rolling
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 4 tbsp. vegetable oil divided
• 3 1/4 cups marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp. fresh torn basil leaves

Instructions

1. Combine ground chicken, egg, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl and stir until fully combined.
2. Roll meatball mixture into 1-2" balls.
3. Roll meatballs in additional breadcrumbs to coat. In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp. oil over medium heat.
4. Cook about half of the meatballs at a time in the skillet, for about 4-5 minutes, until browned.
5. Transfer meatballs to a plate.
6. Preheat oven to 350F and pour marinara sauce in the skillet, laying the meatballs on top.
7. Bake for about 20 minutes, sprinkling mozzarella cheese on in the last 5 minutes.
8. Top with torn basil leaves and serve with spaghetti noodles.
9. ENJOY!