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High Protein Skillet Meatballs

High Protein Skillet Meatballs

August 14, 2026

High Protein Skillet Meatballs Recipe

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Meatballs and sauce is one of those meals that feels like effort but really isn't — one pan, one sauce, done. I wanted a version I could make on a weeknight without pulling out a saucepan and a skillet and dirtying half the kitchen, and without the sauce being an afterthought nutrition-wise.

These sear right in the skillet and finish simmering directly in Forté, so they pick up all the flavor and you're not adding a separate protein source just to hit your numbers.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

46g of protein per serving
One pan, one sauce, minimal cleanup
Ready in 35 minutes
Great for meal prep
Works over pasta, in a sub, or on its own

Ingredients

1 jar Forté Protein Sauce
12 oz ground beef or beef/pork blend
⅓ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1 egg
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt
Black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Shredded mozzarella, optional

Directions

Step 1: Mix the meatballs
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Roll into 10–12 meatballs.

Step 2: Sear
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and sear on all sides, about 5–6 minutes total, until browned.

Step 3: Simmer in the sauce
Pour the Forté Protein Sauce over the meatballs. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F.

Step 4: Finish
If using, sprinkle mozzarella over the top in the last 2 minutes and cover until melted. Serve with extra parmesan on top.

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving | Recipe Makes 2 Servings
Calories: 570
Protein: 46g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fat: 36g

Nutrition estimates include ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan, and Forté Protein Sauce nutrition values. Forté Protein Sauce provides 17g of protein per serving.

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Forté's pasta sauce is made from scratch with fresh ingredients. The added protein sources come from collagen peptides, bone broth, and whey isolate. Forté Protein Marinara delivers 17g of protein per serving, the same amount as roughly 3 eggs, without changing the taste or texture of traditional Italian sauce.
Most protein sauces have a chalky texture or artificial aftertaste because protein is hard to blend into tomato sauce. Forté spent years developing a proprietary formulation that makes the protein completely undetectable. It tastes like authentic Italian marinara, smooth, rich, and made with real ingredients. No seed oils, no added sugar.
Each serving of Forté Protein Marinara contains 17g of protein, sourced from whey protein isolate bone broth, and collagen peptides. Whey isolate provides a complete amino acid profile for muscle building, bone broth provides immune support, and collagen peptides support skin, joint, and overall wellness. There is over 100g of protein in each jar.
Yes. Nutrition guidance for higher-protein eating usually points to getting enough protein at every meal to stay full and maintain muscle. Forté makes that easier - 17g of complete protein and 160 calories per serving, built into food you're already eating, with no added sugar or seed oils. No shake, no extra prep.
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Additional Questions

Forté Marinara is made with ground tomatoes, onion, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, whey protein isolate, bone broth, collagen peptides, and Italian herbs. We use no seed oils, no added sugar, and no artificial preservatives.
Yes, Forté Marinara is gluten-free and safe for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. All our products are made in a cGMP certified facility to prevent cross-contamination.
Absolutely! Forté Marinara works great as a pizza sauce, dipping sauce, base for soups, or ingredient in casseroles and other dishes. Its high protein content makes it a versatile addition to any meal.
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Forté Protein Marinara is available online at eatforte.com, at Prime Fitness in Massachusetts, Foundation Vitamins & Sports Supplements, and at Total Nutrition in Syosset, NY. Orders over $45 ship free and subscribers save up to 32% on first order. Made in small batches in the USA, stock is limited.