Description
Juicy meatballs simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for serving as an appetizer or over pasta or rice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in size).
- Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and spoon sauce over them. Cook for another 2 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Ground chicken or turkey can be used for a lighter version.
- Adjust garlic to taste for a stronger or milder flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4-5 meatballs)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
