These Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Meatballs are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor… seared until golden, then simmered in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce for the ultimate cozy dinner 😍🍗🧄🧀🔥

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🍗🧄 Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Meatballs 🧄🍗

Ingredients

Chicken Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 handful fresh spinach (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until just combined.
  3. Shape into 16–18 small meatballs.

2. Sear the Meatballs

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the meatballs and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Remove and set aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce

  1. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well.
  3. Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stir in the spinach if using and cook until wilted.

4. Simmer

  1. Return the meatballs to the skillet.
  2. Spoon the sauce over them.
  3. Simmer gently for 8–10 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.

5. Serve

  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
  2. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Tips

  • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra tender meatballs.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Fresh basil can be added alongside parsley for extra flavor.
  • The sauce also pairs beautifully with mushrooms.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Servings

4 servings

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 420–520 kcal
  • Protein: 28–34 g
  • Fat: 28–35 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8–12 g
  • Fiber: 0–1 g
  • Sugar: 1–3 g

Conclusion

Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Meatballs are a delicious balance of juicy chicken, fragrant herbs, and a silky garlic-Parmesan sauce. They’re easy enough for a weeknight meal yet elegant enough for guests.

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