Caprese Chicken Meatballs with Basil Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 450 g ground chicken
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
• 1/2 cup mozzarella (shredded)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (15 minutes): In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, half the minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until just combined.

2. 2

   Form meatballs (about 15 minutes total prep included): Shape into small meatballs (about 12–14).

3. 3

   Cook meatballs and sauce (25 minutes): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning, until browned on the outside, about 8–10 minutes.

4. 4

   Simmer: Stir in the remaining garlic, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook until the meatballs are cooked through, about 12–15 minutes.

5. 5

   Finish: Stir in basil and sprinkle mozzarella over the meatballs. Cover for 1–2 minutes until mozzarella melts, then serve.