Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Description

Perfectly seasoned chicken meatballs smothered in a rich and creamy sauce, garnished with fresh basil.

Ingredients
    Meatballs
  • 1 1/2 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter, unsalted
  • 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 3/4 cup parmesan, grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (more for garnish)
Instructions
  1. 1

    In a large bowl, add the ground chicken, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, bread crumbs, and egg. Mix this together really well with a gloved hand. 

  2. 2

    Roll the meatball mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls and place them on a parchment lined tray until ready to use. 

  3. 3

    Over medium heat, heat a large non-stick skillet. Add the olive oil and let heat up. Add about half of the meatballs into the skillet and cook until completely cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Be sure to sear all sides of the meatballs. Remove from pan and cook the remaining meatballs following the same steps above. 

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, add the sundried tomatoes and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the stock and scrape the bits off the bottom of the pan. Add the heavy cream, oregano, thyme, and chili flakes, stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until sauce has thickened. 

  5. 5

    Add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Add the meatballs and stir until nicely coated. Taste and adjust for salt. Stir in the 2 tbsp of chopped basil. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over pasta. Garnish with more fresh basil, if desired. 

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