These juicy, flavorful homemade meatballs are the perfect addition to pasta, sandwiches, or as a delicious appetizer. Whether you prefer chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or a mix, this versatile recipe guarantees a satisfying bite every time. Enjoy them baked or pan-fried with your favorite sauce!
Savory Homemade Meatballs
Juicy, flavorful homemade meatballs are the perfect addition to pasta, sandwiches, or as a delicious appetizer. Whether you prefer chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or a mix, this versatile recipe guarantees a satisfying bite every time.
Ingredients
1 lb ground meat (chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or a mix)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven (If Baking): Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), and milk. Mix until just combined—avoid over-mixing.
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Form Meatballs: Using your hands or a scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
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Cooking Options:
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Baking: Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F for poultry, 160°F for beef/pork).
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Pan-Frying: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Sodium 500mg21%
- Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 22g44%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Choose your preferred protein: ground chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or a mix.
- Baking results in a healthier meatball, while pan-frying gives a crispier texture.
- Serve with marinara sauce, BBQ sauce, adjika sauce or a creamy gravy for variety.
- These meatballs freeze well—store uncooked or cooked meatballs in an airtight container.
Introduction: These juicy, flavorful homemade, meatballs, perfect addition to pasta, sandwiches, or as a delicious appetizer. Whether you prefer chicken, turkey, beef, pork, or a mix, this versatile recipe, satisfying.
