Baked Pesto Chicken Meatballs with Whole Grain Spaghetti

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Tender, flavorful pesto-infused chicken meatballs baked to perfection, served over a bed of wholesome whole grain spaghetti and topped with a vibrant marinara sauce. A comforting and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 30 min
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal
Baked Pesto Chicken Meatballs with Whole Grain Spaghetti

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Add the ground chicken and mix gently until just combined. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet, heat the marinara sauce and water over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

  5. 5

    Serve the pesto chicken meatballs over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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Nutrition Information

Per serving (based on 4 servings)

450 Calories
32.0g Protein
45.0g Carbs
12.0g Fat
7.0g Fiber
10.0g Sugar
706mg Sodium
Protein 31% Carbs 43% Fat 26%

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.