Spaghetti and Meatballs

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One pan spaghetti and meatballs is a quick and easy 30 minute dinner made with tender homemade meatballs, pasta, and sauce all in one skillet for easy cleanup.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Course: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: 30 minute meal, ground beef, one pan recipe

Servings:

Calories: 754kcal

Author: Milisa

Ingredients

For Meatballs

1 pound lean ground beef
⅓ cup onion diced
1 egg
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons olive oil

For Pasta

24 ounces marinara sauce
2 cups chicken broth beef broth or water
1 pound pasta spaghetti or fettuccine
parmesan cheese grated for garnish

Instructions

In a bowl, combine ground beef, onion, egg, Worcestershire sauce, granulated garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined and shape into small meatballs.
Add olive oil in a large deep skillet with meatballs and cook over medium heat. Turn meatballs to brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Pour in marinara sauce and broth. Add the pasta, pressing it down into the liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover the skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often to keep the pasta separated, until pasta is tender and meatballs are cooked through.
Top with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

If the sauce thickens before the pasta is done, add a splash more broth or water.
Use your favorite store-bought marinara or homemade.
Use fresh or frozen meatballs to save some time.
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.

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