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Easy Cozy Ground Chicken Dinner

A comforting and easy ground chicken recipe featuring tender chicken, savory herbs, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Filling
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley
  • Topping
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  2. In a bowl mix ground chicken, sautéed onion mixture, breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan, and seasonings.
  3. Shape mixture into patties or meatballs.
  4. Cook in skillet until golden and fully cooked.
  5. Add marinara sauce and mozzarella. Simmer until cheese melts and sauce bubbles.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze cooked portions for up to 2 months.
  • If mixture is too soft add extra breadcrumbs.
  • Fresh herbs improve flavor and aroma.