Description
Tender pumpkin-infused chicken meatballs simmered in a luscious sage cream sauce – a cozy, comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage, plus more for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, pumpkin puree, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
2. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Add the chopped sage and stir to combine.
5. Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 10-15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve the pumpkin chicken meatballs in the sage cream sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. Garnish with additional fresh sage leaves.
Notes
For a richer sauce, use half-and-half or a combination of heavy cream and milk. You can also add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for a deeper, autumnal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Chicken, Turkey & Pork Mains
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American