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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatballs
1 hServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
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1 h
1 hCreamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatballs
what you need
Ingredients
ground chickenMeat800 g
egg (large)Dairy1 piece
panko bread crumbsBakery30 g
Parmesan cheese (grated)Dairy25 g
fresh parsley (chopped)Produce8 g
heavy creamDairy15 ml
garlic pastePantry10 g
smoked paprikaSpices4 g
garlic powderSpices4 g- onion powderSpices4 g
- complete seasoningSpices4 g
oreganoSpices2 g- garlic & herb seasoningSpices2 g
saltSpices3 g
black pepperSpices2 g- heavy creamDairy360 ml
baby spinachProduce60 g
unsalted butterDairy55 g
garlic (minced)Produce6 pieces
shallot (minced)Produce1 piece- Parmesan cheese (grated)Dairy110 g
- fresh parsley (chopped)Produce4 g
- oreganoSpices1.5 g
- garlic powderSpices1.5 g
- red chili flakesSpices2 g
- saltSpices2 g
- black pepperSpices1 g
oil (for searing)Pantry15 ml
per serving
Nutrition
462kcal
- Carbs
- 8 g
- Proteins
- 29 g
- Fat
- 35 g
what you’ll use
Tools
Mixing bowl
Baking tray
Frying pan
Tongs
step by step
Method
- Step 1
Make the meatball mixture
- Add the ground chicken to a large bowl with the egg, panko, Parmesan, parsley, heavy cream, garlic paste, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, complete seasoning, oregano, garlic & herb seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Mix until just combined.
- Step 2
Form and chill the meatballs
- Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
- Place them on a parchment-lined tray and freeze so they firm up and hold their shape.
- Step 3
Sear the meatballs
- Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove and set aside.
- Step 4
Start the garlic parmesan sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter.
- Add the minced shallot and sauté.
- Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Step 5
Simmer the cream
- Pour in the heavy cream and season with oregano, garlic powder, red chili flakes, salt and pepper.
- Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 6
Add Parmesan and spinach
- Add the Parmesan and stir until melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Step 7
Combine and finish
- Return the chicken meatballs to the skillet and coat them in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Let everything simmer together for a few minutes.
- Finish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve with mashed potatoes or pasta.
most cooked first