Description
A delicious and comforting one-pot wonder recipe for Spaghetti & Meatballs that is perfect for a satisfying dinner. This Italian-American dish is easy to make and packed with flavors the whole family will love.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 pound ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
For the Pasta:
2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion diced, 3 cups marinara sauce, 4 cups chicken broth, 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti broken in half, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
For Serving:
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves for garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Brown meatballs in olive oil in a large skillet. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté onion, then add marinara sauce, chicken broth, spaghetti, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Return meatballs to the pot.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 12–14 minutes until pasta is tender and meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with Parmesan and basil before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of ground beef and pork.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
