Spaghetti with Chicken Meatballs

Name: Spaghetti with Chicken Meatballs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup Bread Crumbs; 1 whole Cooking Spray; 16 oz Crushed Tomatoes; 8 oz Diced Tomatoes; 1 tbsp Dried Basil; 2 whole Eggs; 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 2 lb Ground Chicken; 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning; 0.5 tsp Salt & Pepper; 18 oz Tomato Paste; 2.25 cups Water; 16 oz Whole Grain Spaghetti

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Italian 🇮🇹 High-Protein 💪Comfort-Food

Spaghetti with Chicken Meatballs features tender, Parmesan-laced chicken meatballs nestled in a bright, basil-tomato sauce that clings to whole-wheat strands. The light yet hearty flavors make it perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual weekend meal, offering comfort without feeling too heavy.

Prep20 mins
Cook45 mins
Serves8
DifficultyMedium

1

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato paste, water, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and basil; season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer while you prepare the meatballs.
2

In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper; shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and coat it with cooking spray. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides. Transfer the meatballs to the simmering tomato sauce; cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
4

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite. Drain, then serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti.