Garlic Butter Chicken Balls with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Savor tender garlic butter chicken balls served atop a rich and creamy Parmesan pasta, perfect for a comforting and elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for chicken balls)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (for pasta sauce)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for pasta)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken balls and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to combine, coating evenly.
- Serve creamy Parmesan pasta topped with garlic butter chicken balls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, and bake the chicken balls instead of frying for a healthier option.