Description
A delicious and comforting dish featuring tender garlic butter chicken balls served with creamy Parmesan pasta. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Balls:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine, cooked according to package instructions
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Form into small meatballs.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken balls for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Return the chicken balls to the skillet and spoon sauce over them.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken balls are cooked through to avoid any raw chicken.
- You can adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- For a lighter version, use milk instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sodium: 800mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g