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Garlic Butter Chicken Balls with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

A creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken balls coated in garlic butter, served over a luscious Parmesan pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Balls
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta
  • 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or penne)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is incorporated.
  3. Form small balls, each about the size of a golf ball, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. While the chicken balls are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce and toss well. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Once the chicken balls are ready, serve them atop the creamy Parmesan pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken balls are moist but not too wet. You can substitute ground chicken with turkey or lean beef. For extra creaminess, substitute half and half for the heavy cream.