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Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan Orzo: An Incredible Comforting Dinner Delight


  • Author: Leo
  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

For the Chicken Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried sage)
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Parmesan Orzo:
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan Orzo is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for the meatballs.
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped sage, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined, but don’t overwork it.
3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
5. Cook the Orzo: While the meatballs bake, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, around 8-10 minutes.
6. Prepare Creamy Sauce: Once the orzo is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Combine: Once the meatballs are done, gently fold them into the creamy orzo mixture, ensuring they are well coated with sauce.
8. Serve: Spoon the Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs with Parmesan Orzo into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.

These steps will ensure you create this amazing dinner in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 30g