Marry Me Chicken Meatballs
These creamy and flavorful meatballs are made with ground chicken and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream Use full-fat cream for a richer sauce.
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Shape into meatballs.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
Cooking the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream, sundried tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through and sauce thickens.
Serving
- Serve the meatballs over pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread, and garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat mixture; mix until just combined to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs in batches for better color. Use full-fat cream for a richer sauce. If the sauce is too thin, let it simmer longer to thicken.