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30-Minute One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Meatballs in Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

Juicy Parmesan Herb Chicken Meatballs
  • 1.25 lbs ground chicken (prefer dark meat blend, not 99% fat-free breast)
  • 1/2 cup Italian panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley & basil
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt & 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomato jar for searing meatballs
Velvety Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Cream Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup oil-packed julienned sun-dried tomatoes drained
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning & 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup fresh torn basil leaves

Equipment

  • 12-Inch Cast-Iron Skillet or Stainless Steel Pan
  • Medium Mixing Bowl & Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Roll & Golden-Sear the Parmesan Chicken Meatballs
  1. In a medium bowl, gently mix together the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, beaten egg, chopped parsley, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper until just combined. Roll into 16–18 golf-ball-sized meatballs (lightly oil your hands so they don't stick).
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of the herb-infused oil from the sun-dried tomato jar in a large 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken meatballs in a single layer and sear for 6–7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown on the outside. Transfer to a plate.
Simmer in the Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Cream Sauce
  1. Reduce skillet heat to medium. Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter, then stir in the 4 cloves minced garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the 3/4 cup chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up the golden fond with a wooden spoon. Stir in the heavy cream and julienned sun-dried tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Whisk in the 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano until smooth and velvety. Return the seared chicken meatballs and their juices to the skillet, simmering for 5–6 minutes while spooning the sauce over top until the meatballs reach 165°F internally. Garnish with fresh torn basil and serve warm!

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 36gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 640mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 67500IUVitamin C: 13.2mgCalcium: 2850mgIron: 0.4mg

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