Microwave Meatballs
Whip up a hearty meal in almost no time with this quick and easy Microwave Meatballs recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute cravings. Featuring a flavorful blend of ground beef or turkey, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, these tender, protein-packed meatballs are ready in under 10 minutes using just your microwave—no oven required! The recipe combines convenience with classic taste, showcasing a delicate balance of spices, breadcrumbs, and milk to create perfectly moist meatballs that pair beautifully with pasta, a rich marinara sauce, or even in a sub sandwich. Effortless to prepare and ideal for families, this time-saving dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Dried parsley
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Lightly spray a microwave-safe baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Using clean hands, shape the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart.
Cover the baking dish with a microwave-safe lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave the meatballs on high for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the dish (it will be hot!) and check the meatballs for doneness. If needed, microwave in additional 1- to 2-minute increments until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Let the meatballs rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce, pasta, or as a meatball sub!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.3 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 2830 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 422 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1406 mg | 30% | |
*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.
