Description
Creamy Chicken Meatballs with Spinach Pasta
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Meatballs:
1 lb ground chicken
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
300g spaghetti or linguine
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Make the Meatballs
In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Roll into small meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs until golden brown and fully cooked (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
Cook the Pasta
Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
Combine Everything
Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated.
Garnish & Serve
Plate the pasta with meatballs and sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Serve warm.
A comforting and creamy dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner!
