Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs, a delightful dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. These juicy meatballs are filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and simmered in a rich marinara sauce, making them a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. Easy to prepare in under 45 minutes, this recipe offers versatility—serve them over spaghetti, in sub sandwiches, or as an appetizer. With fresh herbs and quality ingredients, these meatballs are not just delicious but also provide a wholesome meal that satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Olive oil
- basil
- oregano
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper until mixed.
- Cut mozzarella into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Form meatballs by taking about 2 tablespoons of the mixture; flatten slightly and place a mozzarella cube in the center. Wrap the mixture around the cheese to form a ball.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs on all sides.
- Pour marinara sauce over the browned meatballs and simmer for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg