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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Delicious Marry Me Chicken Meatballs for a Cozy Family Dinner

These Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are an irresistible blend of flavor and comfort, perfect for any family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey if desired
  • 1 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good substitute
  • 1 cup Seasoned Panko Crumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used if needed
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works for a dairy-free option
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Consider fresh onion for a different texture
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground delivers the best flavor
  • 1 tsp Paprika Cayenne can be used for more heat
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Olive oil is a dairy-free substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1/2 cup White Cooking Wine Broth can replace it for a non-alcoholic version
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth offers a lighter option
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a perfect non-dairy alternative
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried basil can be used if fresh isn’t available

Equipment

  • Baking Sheets
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, eggs, minced garlic, olive oil, seasoned panko crumbs, Parmesan, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix gently.
  3. Using a scooper or your hands, form the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18 minutes or until lightly browned and fully cooked.
  5. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and chopped sundried tomatoes; sauté for about 2 minutes.
  6. Slowly pour in the white cooking wine and let it evaporate for 2-3 minutes. Then whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, cooking until slightly thickened.
  7. Gently add the baked meatballs into the skillet with the sauce, coating them well.
  8. Place the skillet back in the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve the meatballs immediately over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These meatballs freeze beautifully! Prepare them in advance and thaw before reheating.

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