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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs in a pan
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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs Recipe

If you love creamy Tuscan flavors and easy meals that come together in under an hour, this Marry Me Chicken Meatballs recipe is for you.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, chicken
Servings: 6
Calories: 593kcal

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

  • 1.5 pounds ground chicken
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh chopped basil garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese garnish

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ pounds ground chicken, 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons granulated garlic, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, and ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
    ingredients for meatballs in a bowl
  • Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs—heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    meatballs in a pan
  • Cook until browned on all sides, about 7 - 10 minutes. Transfer browned meatballs to a tray or plate and set aside.
    browned meatballs in a pan
  • In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Sauté 3 cloves minced garlic and ¾ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes for about 1 minute until fragrant.
    butter, garlic and sun dried tomatoes in a pan
  • Pour in 1 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
    broth added to pan with sun dried
  • Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional), ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Lower heat and simmer for 5 - 7 minutes to allow time for the ingredients to meld.
    cream, parmesan cheese and seasoning added to pan
  • Return the meatballs to the skillet, submerging them in the sauce. Keep the heat on low, cover, and simmer them for 10 - 15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and have an internal temperature of 165°F and the sauce has thickened slightly.
    meatballs added to sauce in pan
  • Garnish with freshly chopped basil. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. ENJOY!
    meatballs garnished with parsley

Nutrition

Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 1080mg | Potassium: 1280mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1199IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 4mg