Garlic Herb Meatball Skillet
A delicious and easy one-pan meal that brings savory flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. This garlic herb meatball skillet combines tender, juicy meatballs with vibrant green beans, sweet onions, and bell peppers, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Serve it over steaming hot rice for a hearty meal that the whole family will love. Quick to prepare and even quicker to disappear, this dish makes weeknight dinners a breeze. A perfect way to enjoy a balanced meal with minimal cleanup.
5 serving(s)
Servings
200
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
frozen meatballs
1 lb (thawed)
frozen green beans
10 ounces (thawed)
onion
1/2 cup (sliced thin)
green pepper
1/2 cup (sliced thin)
stewed tomatoes
14.5 ounces (canned)
garlic cloves
4 cloves (minced)
Instructions
1
Heat a deep nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the thawed meatballs, spreading them out in a single layer.
2
Add the sliced onion, green pepper, green beans, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for a few minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
3
Pour in the stewed tomatoes, along with their juices, and gently stir to combine all ingredients.
4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
5
Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
6
Check for vegetable tenderness and adjust seasoning if needed. Once everything is cooked through and flavors have melded together, remove from heat.
7
Serve the meatball skillet over cooked rice or enjoy it as is, alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
18g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Garlic Herb Meatball Skillet?
It is a delicious and easy one-pan meal that combines tender meatballs with green beans, onions, and bell peppers in a rich tomato sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 5 servings.
What are the nutritional values for one serving?
Each serving contains 200 calories, 10g of fat, 18g of carbohydrates, and 12g of protein.
What type of meatballs should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of frozen meatballs that have been thawed.
What vegetables are needed for this skillet?
You will need 10 ounces of frozen green beans, 1/2 cup of sliced onion, and 1/2 cup of sliced green pepper.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe requires 4 minced garlic cloves.
What kind of tomatoes are used in the sauce?
Use one 14.5-ounce can of stewed tomatoes with their juices.
How do I start the cooking process?
Heat a deep nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the thawed meatballs in a single layer.
How should the onions and peppers be prepared?
Both the onion and the green pepper should be sliced thin.
How long should I sauté the vegetables?
Sauté the onion, pepper, green beans, and garlic for a few minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
What is the simmering time for this dish?
Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes.
What heat setting should be used for simmering?
After bringing the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low for simmering.
How often should I stir the skillet while it simmers?
Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to help flavors meld together.
What is the recommended serving suggestion?
Serve the meatball skillet over steaming hot rice or alongside a fresh salad.
Is this a good recipe for weeknight dinners?
Yes, it is a quick meal that makes weeknight dinners a breeze with minimal cleanup.
Do I need to thaw the green beans?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 10 ounces of thawed frozen green beans.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, you should check for vegetable tenderness and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Is this considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal and a skillet recipe.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 6 main ingredients in this recipe.
Is this recipe family friendly?
Yes, it is described as a hearty meal that the whole family will love.
What is the texture of the meatballs in this dish?
The meatballs are described as tender and juicy.
Does the recipe include fiber or sugar information?
No, fiber and sugar data are not provided in this specific nutritional breakdown.
What type of skillet is best?
A deep nonstick skillet is recommended.
Is garlic a prominent flavor?
Yes, it is a Garlic Herb Meatball Skillet featuring 4 cloves of minced garlic.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include easy dinner, comfort food, quick meal, and garlic meatballs.
How do I know when the dish is finished?
The dish is ready when the vegetables are tender, everything is cooked through, and flavors have melded.
Can I use fresh meatballs?
The recipe specifies frozen thawed meatballs, but fresh could be used if cooked appropriately.
Are the tomatoes drained?
No, you should pour in the stewed tomatoes along with their juices.
Is this a low-calorie meal?
At 200 calories per serving, it can be part of a calorie-conscious diet.
How much green pepper is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of thinly sliced green pepper.