Oven-Ready
Italian-Style Pork Meatballs
with panko-Asiago zucchini and peppers
Prep & Cook Time: 40-50 min.
Cook Within: 5 days
Difficulty Level: Easy
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Contains: Milk, Wheat
Chef
Jimmy Shay
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Ground Pork
- 8 oz. Sliced Zucchini
- 6 oz. Sliced Red Bell Pepper
- 4 oz. Marinara Sauce
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½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
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1 oz. Shredded Asiago Cheese
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1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
- 1 tsp. Italian Seasoning Blend
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) yP5yG6P8
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Calories610
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Carbohydrates31g
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Fat40g
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Protein37g
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Sodium1750mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ground beef, follow same instructions as ground pork in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 20-25 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, follow same instructions as ground pork in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 22-25 minutes.
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1 Start the Vegetables
Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
In provided tray, combine zucchini, bell peppers, 2 tsp. olive oil, a pinch of salt, and half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for meatballs). Massage oil and seasoning into vegetables. Spread into an even layer.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 20 minutes.While vegetables bake, continue recipe. -
2 Form Meatballs and Make Topping
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 Tbsp. panko (reserve remaining for topping), 2 Tbsp. water, ground pork, a pinch of salt, remaining garlic salt, and half the Italian seasoning (reserve remaining for topping).
Form mixture into eight equally-sized meatballs.Carefully remove tray from oven. Push vegetables to one side of tray. Place meatballs on now-empty side. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.Top vegetables with remaining panko, Asiago, remaining Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Drizzle with 2 tsp. olive oil. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until topping has browned and meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 20-25 minutes.
While meal bakes, place marinara in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a damp paper towel.Microwave covered until heated through, 30-45 seconds.Carefully remove tray from oven and bowl from microwave.To serve, top meatballs with marinara and mozzarella. Bon appétit!
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