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Meatball skewers with marinara dipping sauce

Meatball Skewers

Juicy, flavorful meatballs on skewers—perfect for game day, parties, or easy entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • Optional sauces: marinara, BBQ, or sweet chili

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Form mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch each.
  4. Bake meatballs for 15–20 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. Thread 2–3 meatballs onto each soaked skewer.
  6. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Add diced bell peppers or cherry tomatoes to skewers for color.
  • Use turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Brush cooked meatballs with BBQ sauce or glaze for extra flavor.
  • Make mini skewers for bite-sized appetizers.