Chicken Meatballs With Mixed Mushroom Sauce & Polenta Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• STEP 2.Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 3.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
• STEP 4.Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
• STEP 5.In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
• STEP 6.Add minced garlic and thyme to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
• STEP 7.Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes.
• STEP 8.Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
• STEP 9.Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until cooked through.
• STEP 10.Meanwhile, prepare the polenta according to package instructions.
• STEP 11.Serve the chicken meatballs and mushroom sauce over the creamy polenta. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• To make the meatballs easier to shape, wet your hands with water before rolling the mixture into balls.
• For a lighter version, you can use ground turkey instead of chicken.
• Feel free to add other herbs and spices to the meatball mixture, such as oregano or paprika, to customize the flavor.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the mushroom sauce and cook until thickened.
• Leftover meatballs and mushroom sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover meatballs and mushroom sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the meatballs and sauce in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
• Serve the chicken meatballs and mushroom sauce over creamy polenta for a complete meal.
• Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness and color.