How To Cook Frozen Meatballs


Craving a quick and satisfying high-protein meal? Learn how to cook frozen meatballs to perfection in just 20 minutes! This easy recipe transforms simple frozen meatballs into a flavorful dish, simmered in your favorite marinara sauce. A perfect flexitarian recipe for a busy weeknight, offering an effortless, fish-free, and shellfish-free dinner. Discover the secret to delicious meatballs in marinara tonight!
Dietary Information
Servings:
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C / gas mark 4.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
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Place the frozen meatballs on the lined tray in a single layer.
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Bake the meatballs for about 15-22 minutes (depending on their size) or until cooked through.
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Turn the meatballs a couple of times during cooking for even cooking.
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To add sauce, remove the tray from the oven after 20 minutes and pour over the pasta sauce.
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Bake for 5-6 minutes or until the sauce is warmed through.
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Pour marinara sauce into a saucepan.
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Carefully add in the meatballs and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes.
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If not using a sauce, heat a few tablespoons of olive oil in the skillet and add the meatballs.
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Heat over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
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Stir several times during cooking.
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Check that the meatballs are heated through before serving.
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Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
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Add about 20 meatballs into the air fryer in one layer, cooking in batches if more are desired.
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Air fry for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown just on top, turning, halfway through cooking.
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Serve as is or top with your favorite sauce.
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Add sauce and meatballs into the slow cooker.
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To cook without sauce, add ½ cup of water or stock to the crock pot.
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Cover and cook meatballs for 4-6 hours on low heat, stirring occasionally.
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Check for doneness and serve.
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Add 2 tablespoons of water to a microwave-safe dish.
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Add the meatballs and cover the dish with plastic wrap leaving a small space on the edge for steam to escape.
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Microwave on high for 1 minute.
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Stir and test for doneness. Continue cooking for 45-60 seconds intervals until cooked through.
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To cook with sauce, eliminate the water and add sauce and the desired number of meatballs to a dish. Microwave as directed until the sauce and the meatballs are heated through.
Nutrient | Amount |
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Calories | 224 kcal |
Protein | 14 g |
Fat | 18 g |
Sodium | 49 mg |
Fiber | 1 g |
Sugar | 1 g |