This 20-minute recipe for Easy One-Bowl Meatballs is a must-keep. You can double the recipe and freeze the meatballs for later use. Use them for spaghetti and meatballs, meatball subs, or albondiga soup! You can make them with the protein of your choice!
Ingredients For One-Bowl Meatballs
- Lean ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken, pork, or sausage)
- Onion
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Milk
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Parsley flakes
- Ground mustard
- Salt and pepper
How To Make One-Bowl Meatballs
- Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley flakes, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. With your hands wet, form the mixture into meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until evenly browned.
How Do I Know When The Meatballs Are Cooked?
Check them at the 30-minute mark. They should be brown on the outside and no longer pink on the inside.
How Can I Make My Meatballs More Flavorful?
Herbs and spices add tons of flavor. You can use Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, or freshly chopped parsley.
Can I Prepare Meatballs In Advance?
You can make the meat mixture, form the meatballs, and refrigerate or freeze them until ready to bake.
No-Fuss, One-Bowl Meatballs: Easy Recipe For Busy Nights
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Foil
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup milk
- 1 egg
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp parsley flakes
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley flakes, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. With your hands wet, form the mixture into meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until evenly browned.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions about One-Bowl Meatballs
1. What Can I Do If I Don’t Have An Egg?
You can substitute the egg with a tablespoon of mayonnaise or a few tablespoons of mashed potatoes to bind all the ingredients together.
2. What Type Of Meat Should I Use?
You can use the ground meat of your choice. Beef, pork, sausage, chicken, or turkey. You can even mix and match too!
3. Can I Make This Recipe Without Breadcrumbs?
Breadcrumbs serve as a binder, but you can substitute them with crushed crackers, cooked rice, or oats.
4. What If My Meatballs Are Falling Apart?
Make sure you add enough egg and breadcrumbs, they are the binding agents. If you feel they are not binding together, refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes before forming the meatballs.
5. Can I Make These Meatballs Gluten-Free?
Yes, you can. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs, crackers, or even almond flour to make them gluten-free.
6. How Do I Keep My Meatballs All The Same Size?
To keep them all the same size, you can use a small ice cream or cookie scoop to portion the meatballs.
7. What’s The Best Way To Cook Meatballs?
Meatballs can be fried, baked, or boiled. Placing a rack over the baking sheet can help them cook evenly and reduce the amount of grease.
