Mince Chicken Balls Saucy Spaghetti Pasta Seriously Delicious
Get ready to elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Mince Chicken Balls Saucy Spaghetti Pasta recipe that’s seriously delicious and easy to make! Juicy, tender chicken meatballs seasoned with Parmesan, fresh parsley, and garlic are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce that’s packed with flavor. Tossed together with al dente spaghetti, this comforting dish is an explosion of hearty, savory goodness in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or an impressive date-night meal, this recipe boasts simple, wholesome ingredients and is ready in about 50 minutes. Garnished with fragrant fresh basil, it’s a satisfying and crowd-pleasing meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 50 grams Breadcrumbs
- 40 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 300 grams Spaghetti
- 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls (about the size of a ping pong ball). Set aside on a plate.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken balls and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red chili flakes (if using), and sugar. Simmer the sauce for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked chicken meatballs back to the skillet with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, ensuring the meatballs are fully cooked and coated in the sauce.
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce and meatballs. Mix until the spaghetti is well coated in the sauce.
Divide the pasta and meatballs between serving plates and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 676 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 4748 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.9 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 152.8 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 795 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 4919 mg | 105% | |
*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.
