Description
Cheddar-Stuffed Meatballs are a delicious and cheesy dinner option that combines ground beef with sharp cheddar cheese for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Take a small amount of the meat mixture (about 2 tablespoons) and flatten it in your palm. Place a cube of cheddar cheese in the center and fold the meat around it, rolling it into a ball.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Let the meatballs cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option while still keeping the cheddar filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg