Chicken Parmesan Meatball Poppers

INGREDIENTS

1 lb ground chicken breast

¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs

1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

3 garlic cloves, pressed

½ small onion, grated

2 Tbsp + 1 cup marinara sauce (divided)

½ Tbsp dried Italian seasoning

2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped

2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

½ tsp kosher salt

½ tsp fresh cracked black pepper

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1 cup shredded Italian blend shredded cheese

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining with parchment paper.

Set aside 1 cup marinara and shredded Italian cheese.

In a large mixing bowl, combine all remaining ingredients. Mix well, do not over mix or you will have tough meatballs. Using a 1 tablespoon scoop, portion out meat mixture and place on baking sheet. After all meatballs have been scooped onto tray, roll into balls. TIP: If you lightly wet your hands the meatballs will form better and crack less. Bake for 16-18 minutes until lightly browned.

Turn oven to broil.

Drizzle a spoonful of marinara over each meatball. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

Serve and enjoy!