Description
Savor the comforting flavors of Chicken Parm Meatballs cooked effortlessly in your slow cooker. Tender, juicy meatballs are enveloped in rich marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for family dinners or meal prep. With minimal effort, you can create a delicious dish that fills your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma, making every bite feel like a cozy Italian feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- (Optional) Brown the meatballs in olive oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Place the meatballs in a slow cooker and pour marinara sauce over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top and cover until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg