Marry Me Meatballs Creamy Sauce (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken and pork meatballs in creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, made for pairing with bread or pasta on busy nights.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meatballs
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1 large egg, beaten
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4 cloves garlic, finely grated
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450 g ground chicken
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225 g ground pork
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60 g panko bread crumbs
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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40 g finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, divided
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Kosher salt, to taste
→ Sauce
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110 g sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, plus 45 ml reserved tomato oil, divided
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1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
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180 ml low-sodium vegetable broth or water
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180 ml heavy cream or half-and-half
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the beaten egg, grated garlic, ground chicken, ground pork, panko bread crumbs, crushed red pepper flakes, 30 grams of Parmesan, half the thyme, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt using a rubber spatula.
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Form the meat mixture into balls approximately one tablespoon each in size. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking tray and place in the freezer for 5 minutes to set.
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Heat 30 ml reserved tomato oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, about 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer cooked meatballs to a plate.
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In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining 15 ml tomato oil. Add chopped onion and sun-dried tomatoes, seasoning with salt. Cook, stirring, until the onion becomes soft, about 7 minutes. Add the remaining thyme and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Stir in the remaining 10 grams Parmesan. Garnish with torn fresh basil before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Serve with crusty bread for soaking up the creamy sauce, or accompany with al dente pasta for a complete meal.