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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Marry Me Chicken Meatballs: Comforting, Creamy Bliss

Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are a comforting twist on a classic, featuring juicy ground chicken and a rich, creamy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can be replaced with ground turkey.
  • 2 large Eggs Slightly beaten.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use extra virgin for richer taste.
  • 1 cup Seasoned Panko Crumbs Regular breadcrumbs work if adjusted for seasoning.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Dairy-free Parmesan is an option.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust for heat preference.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Increase for more spice.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Substitute with non-dairy butter if preferred.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to heat tolerance.
  • 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes in Oil Drained and roughly chopped.
  • 1/2 cup White Cooking Wine Replace with chicken broth for non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream or dairy-free cream can be a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • skillet
  • Scoop
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, slightly beaten eggs, minced garlic, and olive oil. Add seasoned panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix gently.
  3. Using a 1½-inch scoop, roll portions of the mixture into balls and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheets.
  4. Bake the meatballs for approximately 18 minutes, until browned and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. In a deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sundried tomatoes for about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the white cooking wine, reducing for 2-3 minutes. Then, add chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking until slightly thickened.
  7. Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, gently stirring to coat them evenly. Return the skillet to the oven.
  8. Bake for an additional 10 minutes until the sauce is bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 36gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to keep them tender and juicy. You can customize the spices according to your taste preferences.

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