Description
These Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs are tender and juicy, infused with aromatic sage and garlic, creating a delightful flavor profile. Paired with creamy Parmesan orzo, the dish offers a rich, comforting texture that melts in your mouth, making it a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Orzo:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, sage, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan.
- Add orzo to the boiling broth and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese into the cooked orzo, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the meatballs over the creamy Parmesan orzo, garnished with additional sage if desired.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the meatballs a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Storage: Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Ground turkey can be used instead of chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with orzo
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Baked Sage Chicken Meatballs, Creamy Parmesan Orzo, Chicken Meatballs, Sage Recipes, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Italian Cuisine, One-Pot Meal, Healthy Dinner, Ground Chicken Recipes, Parmesan Orzo, Meatball Recipe, Baked Meatballs, Quick Dinner