Description
These creamy mushroom chicken meatballs are juicy, tender, and full of comforting flavor. Made with ground chicken and cooked in a rich, savory mushroom sauce, they’re perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
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1 lb ground chicken
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 cup chicken broth
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
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Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
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Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until soft and golden. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
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Thicken the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir for 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly until smooth. Add heavy cream and Parmesan, then simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
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Combine: Return meatballs to the pan and simmer for 5–7 minutes until cooked through and coated in the sauce.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Use cremini or white mushrooms for best flavor.
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Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
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These meatballs freeze well after cooking. Just reheat gently in the sauce.
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Great served over mashed potatoes, pasta, or egg noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg