Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs
Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs are a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together juicy chicken meatballs and a velvety sauce infused with the vibrant flavors of bell peppers. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering both comfort and visual appeal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g minced chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 4 cloves garlic (2 chopped, 2 minced)
- 1 onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 tsp Italian herb blend
- Salt & pepper
- Olive oil (for frying)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh parsley (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped garlic, Italian herb blend, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onion and bell peppers with minced garlic until softened. Stir in smoked paprika, chicken stock, heavy cream, tomato paste, salt, and pepper.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve warm topped with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg