It’s not necessary, but you can broil this to get the cheese browned. Just make sure to watch it very carefully.
Sub the mozzarella for another easy-melting variety such as cheddar or a Tex-Mex blend no problem to change it up.
If marinara isn’t your thing, you can swap it for another tomato-based jarred pasta sauce if desired.
What to serve with baked meatballs
I am always tempted to eat them as-is with a giant slice of my addictive Extra Cheesy Garlic Bread along with a side salad. I suggest mixed greens with my Homemade Olive Garden Salad Dressing. It’s a tried and true combo in my home.
Or serve over pasta. You can’t go wrong with a riff on spaghetti and meatballs.
Another great option is rice or Easy Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Pair it with a super simple veggie dish like my Easy Brussels Sprouts and Bacon, and it’s a winning weeknight dinner.
Leftovers and storage
The meatballs will keep 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
Warm slowly over a low heat in a covered saucepan or microwave. If reheating the entire casserole dish, warm in the oven at 350F until the meatballs reach 160F inside.
I don’t recommend freezing leftovers due to the dairy.
Hope you’ll enjoy this hassle-free oven baked meatballs recipe as much as I do! Talk to me in the comments below with any questions, leave me a review, or tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram.
Easiest Baked Meatballs
There’s no need to thaw meatballs first in this 3-ingredient easy baked meatballs recipe! They’re smothered in marinara sauce and ooey gooey mozzarella for an irresistibly simple family meal.
PREP TIME 5minutes mins
COOK TIME 45minutes mins
TOTAL TIME 50minutes mins
COURSE Main Course
CUISINE Italian American
SERVINGS 8 see note
CALORIES 328 kcal
INGREDIENTS
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