Cheesy Italian Meatball Skillet

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    477 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Cheesy Italian Meatball Skillet

Easy, delicious meatballs in a bell pepper tomato sauce skillet that is loaded with Italian flavor!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb meatballs you can use pre-made or homemade meatballs
  • 2 bell pepper any color, thinly sliced
  • 1 diced tomatoes 14.5 oz, canned
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • olive oil for cooking
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • basil optional, for garnish, fresh leaves

Instructions

  1. If you're using pre-made meatballs, you can skip this step. If you're making your own, follow your favorite meatball recipe and shape the mixture into meatballs. You can make them as small or as large as you prefer.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and sear them on all sides until they are browned and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced bell peppers. Sauté them until they are softened and the onion becomes translucent, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes, including the liquid. Stir to combine with the sautéed vegetables. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add a pinch of Italian seasoning or dried basil for extra flavor.
  5. Place the seared meatballs back into the skillet with the tomato and vegetable mixture. Nestle them into the sauce.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are heated through and the flavors meld together. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meatballs and sauce. Cover the skillet again and let it cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. If desired, garnish the skillet with fresh basil leaves just before serving. Serve the Italian meatball skillet hot, either on its own or with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 477kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 19g (112%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 1062mg (44%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 477 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 477kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19g 112%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 1062mg 44%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 8g 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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