Marry Me Chicken Meatballs: Juicy Ground Chicken in Creamy Sauce
By Emma Collins
These Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are a crowd-pleaser, combining juicy ground chicken and a creamy, zesty sauce. Perfect for family dinners or serving guests, this dish offers a comforting and flavorful experience. The homemade meatballs bake to perfection and are then coated in a delightful sauce that makes every bite satisfying. Serve them with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a truly comforting meal.
Ingredients
- •2 lbs. ground chicken
- •2 large eggs (slightly beaten)
- •3 cloves garlic (minced)
- •3 Tbsp. olive oil
- •1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
- •0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1 tsp. onion powder
- •1 tsp. kosher salt
- •1 tsp. black pepper
- •0.5 tsp. paprika
- •5 Tbsp. butter
- •4 cloves garlic (minced)
- •2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- •0.25 tsp. red pepper flakes (add to your liking)
- •1 cup sundried tomatoes (in oil, drained and roughly chopped)
- •0.25 cup white cooking wine
- •1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- •1 cup heavy cream
- •0.67 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •fresh basil (for garnish, julienned if desired)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, minced garlic, olive oil, panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Gently mix the meatball ingredients together and use a scooper to form meatballs onto the tray.
- 4
Bake for 18 minutes until lightly browned and no longer pink inside.
- 5
Set the cooked meatballs aside while preparing the sauce.
- 6
In a deep oven-proof skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- 7
Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sundried tomatoes; cook for 2 minutes.
- 8
Add white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until mostly reduced.
- 9
Incorporate chicken broth, then gradually whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- 10
Cook the sauce until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
- 11
Add the meatballs to the sauce and stir until they are well coated.
- 12
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 10 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
- 13
Serve immediately.
