Easy Oven Baked Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Easy Oven Baked Meatballs—juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 35 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of ground beef and pork, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and fragrant Italian herbs, these meatballs are baked to golden perfection without the fuss of frying. A touch of milk and breadcrumbs ensures they stay tender and moist, while a quick olive oil spray gives them a beautiful, slightly crispy exterior. Ideal for serving with spaghetti, layering in a hearty sandwich, or enjoying as a protein-rich appetizer, these customizable meatballs are a versatile crowd-pleaser. Plus, with minimal cleanup thanks to a lined baking sheet, you’ll have more time to savor every bite. Simple, delicious, and beginner-friendly—this recipe is a must-try for any home cook!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- Olive oil spray (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and milk.
Add the egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
Using clean hands or a large spoon, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Avoid over-mixing as this can make the meatballs dense.
Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture and place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
Optional: Lightly spray the tops of the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown nicely in the oven.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown. To check doneness, the internal temperature should read 165°F (74°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with pasta and marinara sauce, in a sandwich, or enjoy them as a protein-packed snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 169 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
