Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs
Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs are a mouthwatering dish that brings together juicy chicken meatballs and a velvety sauce infused with colorful bell peppers. This delightful recipe is ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers, ensuring satisfaction for all your guests. With its rich flavors and straightforward preparation, you can create a comforting meal anytime.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g minced chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Italian herb blend
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onion and bell peppers; cook until softened. Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika.
- Pour in chicken stock and heavy cream along with tomato paste; stir to combine. Return meatballs to the skillet and let simmer for about 10-12 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs (170g)
- Calories: 442
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 138mg