SHERMAN LEWIS SCHOOL

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AGRICULTURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES

Chicken Meatballs

Flavorful chicken meatballs baked and simmered in marinara sauce, ideal for a hearty meal.

Instructions

Serves 4 (2-3 meatballs)

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon salt-free seasoning
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup finely diced onions
  • ¼ cup finely diced bell peppers
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 cups of marinara sauce

Flavorful chicken meatballs baked and simmered in marinara sauce, ideal for a hearty meal.

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken, egg, salt-free seasoning, breadcrumbs, onion, bell pepper, and garlic until well combined.
  3. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form the mixture into meatballs (about 10-12).
  4. Place the meatballs on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake until their internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Transfer the partially cooked meatballs to a skillet, add marinara sauce, and simmer until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F and are fully cooked.
  6. Allow to rest for five minutes.
  7. Serve warm with whole-wheat spaghetti.

Nutrition Fact Amount
Total Calories 0
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 0 mg
Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Total Sugars 0 g
Added Sugars Included 0 g
Protein 0 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 0 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 0 mg

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