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Easy & Creamy Marry Me Chicken Meatballs

Tender and juicy chicken meatballs drenched in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner or family gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mixing the Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
Shaping the Meatballs
  1. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
Baking the Meatballs
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until cooked through and golden.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combining
  1. Transfer the meatballs to the skillet with the creamy sauce and let them simmer for 5 minutes to soak up the flavor.
Serving
  1. Garnish with additional parsley and serve warm with your favorite side.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave.