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Creamy mushroom chicken meatballs served on a plate with herbs

Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs

A delightful dish featuring tender chicken meatballs in a savory cream sauce infused with mushrooms and herbs, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add onions and mushrooms; sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and thyme; bring to a simmer.
  3. Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet with a bit of broth or cream.
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