Description

These tender chicken meatballs are coated in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, seasoned with garlic, herbs, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for date nights, family dinners, or anytime you want to impress!

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Make the Meatballs:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until fully cooked through and golden.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
Combine:
- Add the baked meatballs to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Notes

Swap ground chicken with turkey if preferred.
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.