Baked Italian Meatballs Recipe

Experience the irresistible flavor of these baked Italian meatballs! Forget greasy pan-frying – this recipe delivers juicy, tender meatballs baked to perfection. Adapted from a Cooking Light favorite, these meatballs are a weeknight lifesaver. They freeze beautifully for quick and easy spaghetti dinners anytime. Simply thaw and simmer in your favorite sauce for a delicious, home-cooked meal, even on the busiest nights!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 262.8 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.8 (74 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Italian Meatballs

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How to Make Baked Italian Meatballs

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  5. Place meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta sauce or freeze for later use. To reheat frozen meatballs, simply thaw and simmer in your favorite sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

27g

Carbs

2g