Cheesy Parm Chicken Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1/2 cup panko crumbs
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1 egg
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1 pound ground chicken
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1 cup shredded parmesan, split in half
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Season with pepper as you like
→ Cooking & Topping
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24 oz marinara in a jar
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 375°F. Combine half the parmesan with all the meatball mix ingredients. Shape into 1-inch rounds.
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Warm up oil in a skillet that can go in the oven. Cook the meatballs in chunks for about 5 minutes per round.
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Pour marinara straight into the skillet, place meatballs back in, then sprinkle with the mozzarella and leftover parmesan.
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Pop in the oven for 15 minutes until fully cooked. For extra cheesy crispness, broil briefly if you'd like.
# Notes:
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A meat thermometer makes checking easy
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Aim for 165°F inside the meatballs
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Cheese can be browned using your broiler