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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs (30-Minutes)

Creamy mushroom chicken meatballs are the perfect fusion of hearty and indulgent flavors. This 30-minute recipe features juicy chicken meatballs cooked to perfection in a luscious mushroom sauce, making it ideal for any occasion.
With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs panko or regular
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for searing

For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

For the Meatballs:

    Prepare the Meatball Mixture:

    • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme.
    • Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

    Shape the Meatballs:

    • Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into evenly sized balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

    Sear the Meatballs:

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the meatballs and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. They don’t need to be fully cooked as they will finish cooking in the sauce.
    • Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

    For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

      Sauté the Mushrooms:

      • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
      • Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
      • Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

      Prepare the Sauce:

      • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet for extra flavor.
      • Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

      Simmer the Meatballs:

      • Return the seared meatballs to the skillet.
      • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.

      Garnish and Serve:

      • Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish before serving.
      • Pair with your favorite side dish and enjoy!
      Keyword Mushroom Chicken Meatballs