Description
Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs are a delightful addition to any dinner table, combining succulent chicken meatballs with a rich and creamy sauce that bursts with flavor. This dish is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or cozy nights in. The vibrant bell peppers not only add a pop of color but also a hint of sweetness that complements the savory meatballs. Easy to prepare and customizable to your spice preference, these meatballs are sure to impress both kids and adults alike!
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 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
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped garlic, Italian herb blend, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined then shape into small balls.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent. Add red and yellow bell peppers and minced garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in smoked paprika, chicken stock, heavy cream, and tomato paste; season with salt and pepper.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg