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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs in creamy sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce with fresh basil, spinach, and red pepper flakes served in blue enamel skillet over pasta ready in 30 minutes

Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Tender chicken meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and impressive enough for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced for meatballs
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan for meatballs
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning for meatballs
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sauce
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced for sauce
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan for sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning for sauce
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh basil for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl until just combined. Do not overmix.
  2. Roll into 1.5-inch balls, making about 18 to 20 meatballs total.
  3. Sear the meatballs in a hot skillet with olive oil for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
  4. Cook garlic in the same skillet for 1 minute, then add sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1 more minute.
  5. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  6. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover loosely, and simmer on medium-low for 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Serve hot with fresh basil and extra parmesan on top.

Notes

  • Chill the meatball mixture for 15 minutes if it feels too soft to shape.
  • Do not crowd the skillet during searing - work in batches if needed.
  • Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.