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35-Minute Marry Me Chicken Meatballs That Steal Hearts

Marry Me Chicken Meatballs
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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are a delicious and creamy one-pan dish perfect for weeknight dinners. These meatballs are packed with flavor and served in a rich Parmesan cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, sliced (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Mix meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and basil. Mix just until combined.
  2. Form: Roll into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 18–22).
  3. Brown: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides (about 6–8 minutes total). They don’t need to be fully cooked yet. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Start the sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, then garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Make it cheesy: Add Parmesan and stir until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Finish cooking: Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer 8–10 minutes, until cooked through (165°F internal temp).
  8. Serve: Top with fresh basil (and extra Parmesan). Serve over pasta, rice, or with bread.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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