Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs with Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs with Broccoli Pesto Pasta

Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs with Broccoli Pesto Pasta

 

Healthy Baked Chicken Meatballs with Broccoli Pesto Pasta – A Delicious and Nutritious Meal!

If you’re looking for a flavorful and healthy dinner idea, these baked chicken meatballs paired with a rich **broccoli pesto pasta will satisfy your cravings. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, this recipe makes for a wholesome family meal.

Ingredients:

For the Baked Chicken Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1/2 cup bread crumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped onion
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Broccoli Pesto:
– 1 cup fresh broccoli florets
– 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
– 1/2 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup pine nuts
– 2 cloves garlic
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pasta:
– 1 pound pasta (such as penne or rotini)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/2 cup chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Prepare the Chicken Meatballs:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, bread crumbs, **Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the meatballs are golden and cooked through.

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