Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken balls dance alongside creamy parmesan pasta, creating a comforting Italian-inspired masterpiece. Savory herbs and rich flavors intertwine, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
- 1 egg
Cheese and Seasoning Blend:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Binding and Flavor:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Craft a robust mixture of ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl, blending thoroughly until ingredients integrate seamlessly.
- Gently shape the mixture into uniform bite-sized spheres, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat (375°F), allowing it to shimmer and coat the pan’s surface.
- Carefully place chicken balls into the hot skillet, rotating every 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden-brown exterior and ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-8 minutes total.
- Transfer cooked chicken balls to a separate plate, preserving their warmth and crisp texture.
- In the same skillet, introduce fresh butter and sauté minced garlic until aromatic, releasing its intense flavor profile.
- Pour heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan into the skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth, luxurious sauce.
- Allow sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring periodically until it thickens and develops a rich, velvety consistency.
- Incorporate cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring each strand becomes generously coated.
- Reintroduce chicken balls to the skillet, gently nestling them within the creamy sauce.
- Plate immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan or freshly chopped parsley for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure chicken balls are evenly sized for consistent cooking, using a small scoop or tablespoon to shape them perfectly.
- Replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a low-carb or gluten-sensitive diet.
- Add extra herbs like fresh basil or thyme to boost the flavor profile and create more depth in the chicken balls.
- Swap ground chicken with ground turkey for a leaner protein option without compromising the recipe’s delicious texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg