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Marry Me Chicken Meatballs: Juicy Ground Chicken in Creamy Sauce

Name: Marry Me Chicken Meatballs: Juicy Ground Chicken in Creamy Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs. ground chicken; 2 large eggs (slightly beaten); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 cup seasoned panko crumbs; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp. onion powder; 1 tsp. kosher salt; 1 tsp. black pepper; 0.5 tsp. paprika; 5 Tbsp. butter; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tsp. Italian seasoning; 0.25 tsp. red pepper flakes (add to your liking); 1 cup sundried tomatoes (in oil, drained and roughly chopped); 0.25 cup white cooking wine; 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 0.67 cup grated Parmesan cheese; fresh basil (for garnish, julienned if desired)

By Emma CollinsAug 16, 2026

These Marry Me Chicken Meatballs are a crowd-pleaser, combining juicy ground chicken and a creamy, zesty sauce. Perfect for family dinners or serving guests, this dish offers a comforting and flavorful experience. The homemade meatballs bake to perfection and are then coated in a delightful sauce that makes every bite satisfying. Serve them with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a truly comforting meal.

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55 min total6 servings

Ingredients

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Servings

•2 lbs. ground chicken
•2 large eggs (slightly beaten)
•3 cloves garlic (minced)
•3 Tbsp. olive oil
•1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
•0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
•1 tsp. onion powder
•1 tsp. kosher salt
•1 tsp. black pepper
•0.5 tsp. paprika
•5 Tbsp. butter
•4 cloves garlic (minced)
•2 tsp. Italian seasoning
•0.25 tsp. red pepper flakes (add to your liking)
•1 cup sundried tomatoes (in oil, drained and roughly chopped)
•0.25 cup white cooking wine
•1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
•1 cup heavy cream
•0.67 cup grated Parmesan cheese
•fresh basil (for garnish, julienned if desired)

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, minced garlic, olive oil, panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3
Gently mix the meatball ingredients together and use a scooper to form meatballs onto the tray.
4
Bake for 18 minutes until lightly browned and no longer pink inside.
5
Set the cooked meatballs aside while preparing the sauce.
6
In a deep oven-proof skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
7
Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sundried tomatoes; cook for 2 minutes.
8
Add white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until mostly reduced.
9
Incorporate chicken broth, then gradually whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined.
10
Cook the sauce until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
11
Add the meatballs to the sauce and stir until they are well coated.
12
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 10 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
13
Serve immediately.