Garlic Parm Meatballs – Juicy, Cheesy, and Packed with Flavor in Every Bite!
These aren’t your average meatballs. Infused with garlic, loaded with parmesan, and baked to golden perfection, they’re the ultimate bite-sized comfort food. Serve them as a party snack, on pasta, or stuffed in a toasted hoagie roll—either way, everyone will be asking for the recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or a 50/50 mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Olive oil spray (for baking)
For Garlic Parmesan Butter:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
- Roll into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet. Spray lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat, stir in parmesan and parsley.
- Toss warm meatballs in garlic parmesan butter mixture until fully coated.
- Serve hot with extra parmesan sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Breakdown (Per 3 Meatballs)
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
Quick Recipe Snapshot
| Garlic Parm Meatballs | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 mins |
| Cook Time | 20 mins |
| Total Time | 35 mins |
| Yield | 16–18 meatballs |
FAQs
Q: Can I freeze these meatballs?
Yes! Let them cool, then freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
Q: What should I serve with them?
Marinara pasta, mashed potatoes, garlic bread, or zucchini noodles.
Q: Can I make them ahead?
Absolutely. Mix and shape the meatballs a day ahead, refrigerate, and bake fresh.
Q: What’s a good dipping sauce?
Garlic aioli, ranch, or spicy marinara goes great with them.
Whether you’re throwing a party or just looking for an easy dinner win, these garlic parm meatballs deliver cheesy, garlicky joy in every bite.
