Description
Tender chicken meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce that’s packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy dinner. This comforting dish combines juicy meatballs with a savory sauce ideal for serving over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 18 to 20 evenly sized meatballs to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend flavors.
- Incorporate Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer until it starts to thicken, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Simmer Meatballs in Sauce: Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, nestling them in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh basil or parsley. Serve warm over your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a hearty meal.
- Ground turkey can be substituted for ground chicken to vary the flavor.
- Ensure meatballs are cooked thoroughly by simmering them in the sauce for at least 10 minutes.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
