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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Comforting Marry Me Chicken Meatballs You’ll Crave Again!

Discover the irresistible Marry Me Chicken Meatballs, a comforting and flavorful dish that's a must-try for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 Large Eggs slightly beaten
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil can replace with avocado oil
  • 1 cup Seasoned Panko Crumbs regular breadcrumbs can be used
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese opt for vegan Parmesan if avoiding dairy
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder can swap with fresh onion
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked adds more depth
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika use smoked paprika for a robust taste
For the Sauce
  • 5 tbsp Butter consider plant-based butter for a vegan version
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes tailor the amount to your heat tolerance
  • 1 cup Sundried Tomatoes in Oil drained and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup White Cooking Wine broth can be used for non-alcoholic version
  • 1 1/2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth vegetable broth is an excellent alternative
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with coconut cream
  • 2/3 cup Parmesan Cheese use a vegan alternative as necessary
  • 8-10 leaves Fresh Basil julienned

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven-proof skillet
  • meatball scooper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, beaten eggs, minced garlic, olive oil, seasoned panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix gently.
  3. Form equal-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Melt the butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat.
  5. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sundried tomatoes. Cook for about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in white cooking wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until most of the wine evaporates.
  7. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan to the skillet. Whisk until combined and slightly thickened.
  8. Remove meatballs from the oven and add them to the sauce, gently coating them.
  9. Transfer the skillet back to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don't overmix the ingredients for tender meatballs. Feel free to experiment with additional ingredients for the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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