I also have to agree with her position on soup. We have been eating it quite a lot lately, and I’m so in the mood for something else, so why not recreate her recipe? The original version is pretty amazing, but I wanted something a little more week day friendly so I cut a few ingredients and simplified the steps a bit.
Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
1 lb ground chicken
1/3 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1 egg white
3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Premade Sauce *** (recipe follows)
2/3 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese
2 or 3 large basil leaves, chopped
Parmesan cheese for garnish
breadcrumbs, egg, cheese and spices in a large bowl until evenly mixed. With your
hands shape the meat mixture into 1-2 inch balls. In a large oven proof skillet
heat oil over medium high heat, then add meatballs cooking for 5-6 minutes,
turning regularly. Once all sides are
browned add the sauce to the pan, making sure that the meatballs are covered.
Top with mozzarella, basil and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Place in the oven
and cook until the cheese is melted and the meatballs are cooked through (about
15 minutes). Serve warm.
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
1 small carrot, shredded
3 cloves of garlic, minced
3-4 large basil leaves
1 tbsp fresh Italian parsley
5 cups seeded, diced tomatoes (if jarred no salt added)
onion, and carrot for 2-3 minutes or until the onions begin to turn
translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in herbs and
cook for another 10 minutes or so. Blend until smooth with an immersion blender
or by transferring in small batches. Bring to a low simmer, cover and cook for
2-3 hours stirring regularly. Once simmered add salt and pepper to taste and
serve warm, or allow to cool and store. (will last for 3-5 days in the fridge
or a few months in the freezer)
Whats bringing you out of this cold winter blues?
Harlynn
YUM?!
Definitely trying this soon!!
Thanks for sharing. c:
<3
Harlynn
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Sheetal@mefatfree
This looks soo yummy! although I am a vegetarian, I can totally make this for the family! Thanks for sharing!
sweetloveginger@gmail.com
thank you! I'm sure you could use the same concept with a tofu meatball or just use veggies instead. At least the sauce is vegetarian!!
Blogger Ash
These meatballs look beyond amazing! I am going to have to try them!
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