Chicken and Cottage Cheese Meatballs

Name: Chicken and Cottage Cheese Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Chicken Meatballs: 500g chicken mince; 200g small-curd cottage cheese; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1 large egg; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; Tomato Sauce:; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 can (800g) crushed tomatoes (or passata); 1 tsp dried basil; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional); salt and pepper to taste; Garnish: Fresh basil leaves, extra grated Parmesan cheese

by Matte Black Bowls

4 People

35 min

These protein-packed chicken and cottage cheese meatballs are incredibly tender, juicy, and flavourful - based on all the instagram recipes right now! Mixing cottage cheese directly into the lean minced chicken locks in moisture, ensuring the meatballs stay melt-in-your-mouth soft rather than drying out during cooking. Simmered in a rich, garlicky marinara sauce infused with Italian herbs, they absorb the bright tomato notes while adding a creamy richness to the pan. Served hot over a bed of pasta, grains, or fresh crusty bread, this wholesome dish offers a comforting, nutrient-dense spin on a classic Italian favorite that the whole family will love.

Chicken and Cottage Cheese Meatballs

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Yield 4 People
Time spent: Prep time: 15 Minutes Cook time: 20 Minutes Total time: 35 min

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Ingredients

Chicken Meatballs: 500g chicken mince
200g small-curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Tomato Sauce:
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 can (800g) crushed tomatoes (or passata)
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
Garnish: Fresh basil leaves, extra grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Mix the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chicken mince, cottage cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until just combined (avoid overmixing to keep them light).
Shape the meatballs: Dampen your hands slightly with water and roll the mixture into 16–20 evenly sized meatballs, placing them on a clean plate.
Build the sauce base: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat, add the minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Simmer the tomato sauce: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper, stirring well and bringing the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Add the meatballs: Carefully nestle the raw meatballs into the simmering tomato sauce, making sure they are partially submerged, then cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook through: Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer covered for 15–18 minutes, turning the meatballs once halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, let stand for a couple of minutes, then top with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan before serving.

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Ter250321252 on Oct 06, 2026

Can I use ground turkey?

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