Description
Creamy Bell Pepper Chicken Meatballs are a delightful dish that combines tender chicken meatballs with a rich, creamy sauce made from vibrant bell peppers. Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings, this recipe offers a satisfying and visually appealing meal that everyone will love. With quick preparation and versatile serving options, you can enjoy these flavorful meatballs over pasta, rice, or fresh bread. Plus, they are easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Dive into this comforting dish and make it a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g minced chicken
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well and shape into small balls.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and sear until golden brown on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Stir in bell peppers and garlic until softened.
- Add smoked paprika, chicken stock, heavy cream, and tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer gently for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 130mg