Description
Indulge in a restaurant-quality meal with these tender, savory chicken meatballs coated in a velvety, herb-infused ranch cream sauce. This one-skillet dish combines parmesan, panko, and classic ranch flavors to create a comforting, family-friendly dinner that comes together in under forty minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, these meatballs remain moist and flavorful, offering a high-protein meal that is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
1 lb Ground chicken
1 large Egg
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
8 oz Cream cheese
1 tbsp Ranch seasoning
1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, panko, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
Mix gently until just combined, then form into 30 small, one-inch meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Brown the meatballs in batches until golden on all sides, then remove from the pan.
In the same skillet, whisk together the cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth until smooth and bubbling.
Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for 8-10 minutes until cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This recipe is excellent for meal prep and can be reheated easily. Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest, smoothest sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American