Chicken Marsala Meatballs

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs ground chicken
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup Marsala wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Shape the chicken mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
5. Transfer the meatballs to a baking dish.
6. In the same skillet, deglaze with Marsala wine. Cook until the wine is reduced by half.
7. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is reduced by one-third.
8. Stir in the heavy cream.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water. Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and cook until thickened.
10. Stir in the lemon juice.
11. Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the baking dish.
12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and juicy meatballs
• Rich and creamy sauce
• Perfect for a special occasion or dinner party

User Comments:

• "These meatballs were a huge hit! The sauce was so delicious, and the meatballs were cooked perfectly."
• "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The Marsala wine added a touch of sweetness, and the lemon juice brightened it up."
• "This is a great recipe for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make, and the meatballs can be cooked in advance and reheated when you're ready to eat."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the meatballs are cooked through before serving.
• If you don't have Marsala wine, you can substitute dry white wine or sherry.
• Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.