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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs – Creamy, Flavorful & Easy Dinner

Marry Me Chicken Meatballs in creamy sauce
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Juicy chicken meatballs in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, inspired by the classic Marry Me Chicken dish and perfect for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients

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  • Chicken Meatballs
  • 2 lbs. ground chicken
  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
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  • Sauce
  • 5 Tbsp. butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, add to your liking
  • 1 cup sundried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup white cooking wine
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8–10 fresh basil leaves, julienned, if desired for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line an extra-large baking sheet or two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients for the meatballs and gently mix together. Do not overmix.

3. Use a 1 1/2-inch scooper to portion the meatballs onto trays.

4. Bake for 18 minutes until lightly browned and no longer pink inside. Remove from oven and set aside.

5. In a large oven-proof deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

6. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.

7. Add the white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until mostly evaporated.

8. Add chicken broth, then slowly stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Whisk until well combined.

9. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.

10. Add the meatballs to the sauce and gently stir to coat them evenly.

11. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10 minutes until meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbly.

12. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

You can freeze any extra meatballs for later use. This recipe makes about 38 smaller meatballs and serves 4 to 6 people generously.

Frozen meatballs reheat well and can be served with marinara sauce and pasta, or used in chicken Parmesan subs for another delicious meal.

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