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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs – Comforting, Savory, and Protein-Rich

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Juicy chicken meatballs simmered in a creamy, garlicky mushroom sauce — perfect over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice for a comforting, protein-rich meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp onion, finely chopped

  • 1 tbsp parsley or thyme

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 shallot or 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • Salt, pepper, parsley to finish

Instructions

  • Mix meatball ingredients in a bowl. Form into 1.5-inch balls.

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Brown meatballs in batches, 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.

  • In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until golden. Add shallots and garlic; cook 2 minutes.

  • Stir in broth and cream. Simmer gently. Season to taste.

  • Return meatballs to sauce. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until cooked through.

  • Garnish with parsley. Serve hot over desired base.

Notes

  • Add spinach for color and nutrition

  • Use turkey instead of chicken if preferred

  • Freeze cooked or raw meatballs for future meals

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