Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs – Easy One-Pan Meal

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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Meatballs – Easy One-Pan Meal

Juicy chicken meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom white wine sauce. This one-pan meal is comfort food at its best and perfect for weeknights or entertaining. Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a cozy, flavorful dinner.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken meatball recipe, chicken meatball skillet, creamy chicken skillet, creamy mushroom chicken meatballs, creamy mushroom sauce, easy comfort meal, family-friendly chicken recipes, One-pan chicken dinner, Weeknight chicken dinner, white wine mushroom sauce

Servings: servings

Calories: 964kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

large cast enamel skillet

Ingredients

Meatballs

2 lbs ground chicken
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
2 eggs
½ cup Parmesan (grated)
½ cup onion (finely chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried parsley
3 tbsp oil (or butter for frying)

Extra-Saucy Creamy Mushroom White Wine Sauce

6 tbsp butter
24 oz mushrooms (sliced – I use baby bella or cremini for flavor depth)
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1½ cups dry white wine
3 cups heavy cream
1½ cups chicken broth
1 cup Parmesan (grated)
1 tsp thyme (dried)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
fresh parsley (chopped – for garnish)

Instructions

Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried parsley. Mix until just combined. Roll into 1½-inch meatballs (about 30–36).
Pan-Fry the Meatballs (Recommended for Juiciness): Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs in batches; don’t crowd the pan. Cook 6–8 minutes, turning carefully, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Remove meatballs and set aside.
Make the Extra-Saucy Mushroom White Wine Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook 8–10 minutes until browned and reduced. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds. Pour in white wine and simmer 3–5 minutes to reduce slightly. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until slightly thickened.
Combine Meatballs & Sauce: Nestle pan-fried meatballs into the sauce. Simmer 10–12 minutes so the flavors meld and meatballs stay juicy. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve: Perfect over mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a cozy dinner.

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