Description
Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs are a deliciously satisfying dish that will elevate your dinner experience. Made with tender minced chicken and vibrant bell peppers, these meatballs are enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that is packed with flavor. Ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows you to enjoy a wholesome meal that the entire family will love. Serve them over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a delightful culinary experience.
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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in smoked paprika, chicken stock, heavy cream, and tomato paste; season to taste.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 10-12 minutes.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley sprinkled on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (about 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg