One Pot Meatball Pasta
A comforting and delicious one-pot pasta dish featuring savory meatballs and rich marinara sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey You can use either ground beef or turkey.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Regular or panko breadcrumbs can be used.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Cooking
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups water or broth Use whichever liquid suits your taste.
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- for garnish Fresh basil Add for a fresh flavor and color on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, then form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes. Once browned, remove meatballs and set aside.
- In the same pot, add pasta, marinara sauce, and water or broth. Stir to ensure pasta is submerged.
- Return the browned meatballs to the pot, cover, and bring mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until pasta is cooked al dente.
- Stir occasionally and check consistency; add more water or broth if it appears dry.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a healthier version, swap ground beef with ground turkey. To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat by thawing overnight in the refrigerator and warming on the stovetop or microwave, adding water if needed.