Description
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are a delightfully cheesy twist on a classic Italian dish that will elevate any dinner. These meatballs are made from juicy ground beef, infused with fresh herbs, and feature gooey mozzarella cheese at their core. Whether you’re serving them over spaghetti, in a sub, or as an appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, these flavorful meatballs can be made in under 45 minutes, making them an ideal choice for quick family meals or cozy date nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut mozzarella into small cubes. Form the meat mixture into balls around each cube.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides.
- Pour marinara sauce over the browned meatballs and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg