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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Meatballs: Irresistibly Juicy Goodness!

  • Author: Laura
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Creamy Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are a delightful fusion of tender chicken and rich, savory cream sauce. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, with a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, leaving you craving more.

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the Meatballs:
    • 1 pound ground chicken
    • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Cream Sauce:
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the skillet with the cream sauce, gently coating them.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Make-ahead: You can prepare the meatballs a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Substitutions: Ground turkey can be used instead of ground chicken for a leaner option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: main-dish
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs with sauce
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2 grams
  • Sodium: 600 milligrams
  • Fat: 30 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 15 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 20 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram
  • Protein: 25 grams
  • Cholesterol: 100 milligrams

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