Spaghetti With Chicken Meatballs Recipe

Name: Spaghetti With Chicken Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g ground chicken; 60 g fresh parmesan cheese, grated; 1 cup fresh breadcrumb; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon sage; 3 tablespoons olive oil; salt; pepper; 1 kg spaghetti; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 kg tomatoes, chopped; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup fresh basil leaf; 1 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground

Servings: persons

500 g ground chicken
60 g fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 egg
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon sage
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt
pepper
1 kg spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 kg tomatoes, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 cup fresh basil leaf
1 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground

1
Mix the chicken mince, parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg, parsley, and sage. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Shape the mixture into small balls, and chill for about 30 minutes.
2
Heat the oil in a shallow pan, and fry the balls until golden brown. Turn them often by gently shaking the pan. Drain on paper towel.
3
To make the sauce, heat the second measurement of oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomato and bay leaves, cover and bring to the boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low, partially cover, and cook for 60 minutes.
4
Remove the bay leaves.
5
Add the meatballs to the sauce, along with the basil leaves and freshly ground black pepper, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti in a pot of boiling water until al dente.
7
Add some sauce to the pasta and toss to distribute.
8
Serve the pasta in individual bowls, topped with meatballs and sauce.

629

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g ground chicken, 60 g fresh parmesan cheese, grated, 1 cup fresh breadcrumb, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti With Chicken Meatballs falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spaghetti With Chicken Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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