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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs

A comforting, one-pan dish featuring tender chicken meatballs in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce that elevates your weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs Use day-old bread for better texture
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low sodium or no sodium added
  • ¾ cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or cashew cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and egg.
  2. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  3. With moistened hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown, around 8-10 minutes.
  2. Remove the cooked meatballs and set them aside.
  3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, seasoning with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Return the meatballs to the sauce, stirring gently. Allow simmering for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Serve over mashed potatoes or steamed rice for a comforting meal. Can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of chicken broth.