Description
These creamy mushroom chicken meatballs are a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy dinner. Juicy ground chicken meatballs are simmered in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce, making every bite a delight.
Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Brown the meatballs in olive oil in a skillet. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms, then add broth, cream, and mustard. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return the meatballs to the sauce, simmer briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine with the broth.
- You can substitute turkey for chicken if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
