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Garlic Butter Chicken Balls with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

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These Garlic Butter Chicken Balls with Creamy Parmesan Pasta are the perfect combination of rich, buttery chicken meatballs and creamy, cheesy pasta. The garlic butter chicken balls are cooked to golden perfection and paired with a luscious Parmesan sauce that coats every strand of pasta. This dish is an indulgent, comforting meal your family will love!

Ingredients

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  1. For the Chicken Balls:

    • 1 lb ground chicken
    • ½ cup breadcrumbs
    • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    • 1 egg
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons butter

    For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • ½ cup chicken broth
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    • Salt and black pepper to taste

    For the Pasta:

    • 12 oz spaghetti or linguine, cooked according to package instructions

    Instructions:

    1. Make the Chicken Balls:
      In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Form into small meatballs.

    2. Cook the Chicken Balls:
      Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken balls for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

    3. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
      In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
      Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

    4. Combine and Serve:
      Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Return the chicken balls to the skillet and spoon sauce over them.
      Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley.

Instructions

  • Make the Chicken Balls:
    In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Form into small meatballs.

  • Cook the Chicken Balls:
    Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken balls for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

  • Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
    In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
    Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

 

  • Combine and Serve:
    Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Return the chicken balls to the skillet and spoon sauce over them.
    Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sprinkle more grated Parmesan over the chicken balls and pasta before serving.
  • You can use any pasta you prefer, such as penne or fettuccine.
  • If you like your sauce thicker, simmer it for a few more minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.

 

  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

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