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Creamy Parmesan Spinach Chicken Meatballs

These Creamy Parmesan Spinach Chicken Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and packed with greens – perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup marinara sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or tongs
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, softened cream cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
  2. Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, browning each side for 3-4 minutes until golden.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour marinara sauce over the meatballs. Cover and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Serve the meatballs hot with extra sauce. Enjoy with pasta, crusty bread, or cauliflower rice.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender and juicy.
  • Browning the meatballs before simmering adds essential flavor and texture.
  • Be cautious with salt since Parmesan cheese adds saltiness; taste before adding more.
  • To store, refrigerate cooked meatballs in an airtight container up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • For a lighter texture, try using panko breadcrumbs or substitute cream cheese with ricotta or Greek yogurt.