Marry Me Chicken Meatballs
Indulge in the deliciousness of Marry Me Chicken Meatballs—a dish that combines tender ground chicken with aromatic herbs, all enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of flavors, making it ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. Serve these meatballs over pasta, with garlic bread, or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1/2 cup plain or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Stir until simmering and slightly thickened.
- Add baked meatballs to the sauce and coat thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg