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Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs served with marinara sauce.
Clara Whitley

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

Juicy chicken meatballs simmered in marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 1 tablespoon dried)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • for garnish Fresh basil or parsley Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Roll the chicken mixture into small balls, about the size of golf balls, ensuring they are compact.
  3. Place the meatballs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours until cooked through.
  2. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the meatballs 15 minutes before serving and cover to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

Serve over spaghetti or in a sub roll. Customize by adding spinach or bell peppers. For vegan, substitute with plant-based ground meat and cheese.

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