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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs

Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs are an easy and delicious dish that combines comfort with innovation, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Add more as needed
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Your choice of mushrooms
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Additional garlic for flavor
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt, pepper, and parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation of Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs (about the size of golf balls).
Cooking the Meatballs
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  2. Cook the meatballs for about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally until golden brown and cooked through.
Preparation of Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Add the diced onions and mushrooms and sauté until tender and aromatic (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Creating the Creamy Sauce
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  2. Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Finishing Touches
  1. Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Allow everything to mingle for a couple of minutes.
Serving
  1. Plate your creamy mushroom chicken meatballs and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Notes

Substitutions: Use turkey instead of chicken. Make it leaner with Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. These meatballs freeze well; make extra for another day.