Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Marry Me Chicken Meatballs with Risoni. These tender chicken meatballs are simmered in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and served with orzo pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Risoni with Creamy Tomato Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup risoni (orzo)
- 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook meatballs until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make Tomato Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté risoni, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Add chicken broth and simmer until risoni is tender.
- Finish Dish: Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, thyme, basil, and salt. Return meatballs, simmer briefly, then add spinach. Garnish with basil before serving.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey instead of chicken.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute coconut cream and omit Parmesan.
- Pair with crusty bread or a green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
