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Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce Recipe
Delilah Cooks

Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce Recipe

Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce is a delicious comfort food recipe with tender meatballs and a rich, smooth sauce. This Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce recipe is easy to make and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Cream Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for Chicken Meatballs in Cream Sauce
    Prepare the Meatball Mixture
    1. Add ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and onion powder into a large mixing bowl.
    Mix the Ingredients
    1. Mix everything gently with clean hands or a spoon. Stop mixing when the ingredients are evenly combined to keep meatballs tender.
    Shape the Meatballs
    1. Scoop small portions of the mixture. Roll them gently between your hands until you create evenly sized meatballs.
    Heat the Skillet
    1. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and allow it to heat gently before adding the meatballs.
    Brown the Meatballs
    1. Place the meatballs carefully into the hot skillet. Cook them on several sides until they become golden brown.
    Cook the Meatballs
    1. Continue cooking the meatballs for several minutes. Turn them gently until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside.
    Remove the Meatballs
    1. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a clean plate. Cover them loosely with foil to keep them warm while preparing the sauce.
    Melt the Butter
    1. Add butter to the same skillet. Let it melt gently while keeping the flavorful browned bits inside the pan.
    Cook the Garlic
    1. Add minced garlic to the melted butter. Cook for about thirty seconds until fragrant, but avoid burning the garlic.
    Add the Chicken Broth
    1. Pour chicken broth into the skillet. Scrape the bottom gently with a wooden spoon to release delicious browned flavors.
    Add the Cream
    1. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Slowly pour in heavy cream and stir gently until the sauce becomes smooth.
    Add the Parmesan
    1. Add grated Parmesan cheese to the creamy sauce. Whisk gently until the cheese melts and slightly thickens the mixture.
    Return the Meatballs
    1. Place the cooked chicken meatballs back into the skillet. Spoon the creamy sauce over each meatball for extra flavor.
    Simmer the Dish
    1. Cover the skillet loosely and simmer the meatballs for five minutes. This helps the flavors blend together beautifully.
    Add Lemon Juice
    1. Stir fresh lemon juice into the sauce. This adds brightness and balances the rich flavor of the cream.
    Garnish and Serve
    1. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the meatballs. Serve immediately with your favorite side dish and plenty of creamy sauce.

    Notes

    • Do not overmix the ground chicken.
    • Use similar meatball sizes for even cooking.
    • Keep your hands slightly damp when shaping meatballs.
    • Use fresh garlic for better flavor.
    • Brown the meatballs before making the sauce.
    • Avoid cooking cream over very high heat.
    • Use freshly grated Parmesan when possible.
    • Let the sauce simmer gently.
    • Add broth if the sauce becomes too thick.
    • Taste the sauce before serving.
    • Use a thermometer to check chicken safely.
    • Allow the meatballs to rest briefly before serving.
    • Add fresh parsley for color and freshness.
    • Use chicken thighs for a richer meatball texture.