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Cheesy One Skillet Italian Baked Meatballs Recipe
Marigold Voss

Cheesy One Skillet Italian Baked Meatballs Recipe

Juicy Italian-style meatballs baked in a rich tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese — all made in one skillet. This easy, cheesy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground beef or beef–pork mix
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs Italian-style
  • ¼ cup Milk any type
  • 1 Egg large
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning dried
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, garnish
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil for skillet

Equipment

  • 1 Oven-safe skillet Cast iron preferred
  • 1 Mixing bowl For meatball mixture
  • 1 Wooden spoon For mixing
  • 1 Measuring cups Optional
  • 1 Spoon or scoop For shaping meatballs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until just combined without overworking.
  4. Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
  5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  6. Brown meatballs on all sides for 5–6 minutes.
  7. Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs evenly.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  9. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove from oven once cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

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Notes

  • Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
  • Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Make ahead and freeze uncooked meatballs for later use.