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Olive Pasta with Meatballs

Olive Pasta with Meatballs is a Dinner international recipe with 746 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

746 kcal

Total Time

30 min

Servings

1

Protein

41 g

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breast150 g
  • Garlic1/2 clove (2 g)
  • Parsley1 tablespoon (4 g)
  • Pasta3/4 cup (120 g)
  • Olive Oil1 tablespoon (10 ml)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Boil the pasta in salted water according to the indicated time on the package. Once ready, remove and drain.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Cut the chicken into small pieces, it should be chopped. You can use a food processor, but be careful it's not shredded.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Chop the garlic and parsley, and put in a bowl with the chicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Mix well until obtaining an even mixture. If it's too dry, add some water.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Make the meatballs using your hands and let sit in the fridge.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Preheat the pan. Once heated, pour half the oil and spread.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Add the meatballs and cook each side for 3-4 minutes over medium heat until both sides are brown.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    You can cover and finish cooking after some minutes. Once cooked as desired, remove from heat.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Serve the pasta with meatballs on a plate. Season with the remaining olive oil and, if you want, you can season with garlic paste and/or parsley.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

746

Protein

41g

Carbs

37.8g

Fat

13.3g

Fiber

2.3g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Tree NutGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Olive Pasta with Meatballs can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olive Pasta with Meatballs

How many calories are in Olive Pasta with Meatballs?

Olive Pasta with Meatballs has about 746 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Olive Pasta with Meatballs suitable for vegetarians?

No. Olive Pasta with Meatballs is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.

Is Olive Pasta with Meatballs gluten-free?

Olive Pasta with Meatballs is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes Pasta. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Olive Pasta with Meatballs?

Yes. This recipe includes Tree Nut and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Olive Pasta with Meatballs ahead of time?

Olive Pasta with Meatballs can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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