Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs Receita

This irresistible Orecchiette with Mini Chicken Meatballs recipe, inspired by Giada De Laurentiis, is a flavor explosion! Tender chicken meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked orecchiette pasta, and topped with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil. Prepare for a burst of Italian sunshine on your plate! This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, and even better the next day! Make ahead and freeze the meatballs for even faster weeknight meals.

Preparo 30 min
Cozimento 120 min
Calorias 617.5 kcal
Proteína 82g
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Como fazer Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of orecchiette pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the meatballs: In a medium bowl, lightly beat 1 large egg. Add 1 cup of breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons milk, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  3. If the mixture is too dry, add the remaining 1 large egg and mix until just combined.
  4. Add 1 pound ground chicken to the bowl and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Using a melon baller or a teaspoon, form the mixture into 1-inch mini meatballs.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until browned on all sides, about 4-6 minutes total.
  7. Add 1 cup chicken broth and 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  8. Reduce heat to low, simmer for 5 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
  10. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked pasta with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  11. Add the meatball mixture, 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini, ciliegine, etc.), and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil to the pasta. Toss gently to combine.
  12. Garnish with the remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and remaining fresh basil. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

58g

Carbs

17g

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Quanto tempo leva para fazer Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs?

Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs leva cerca de 150 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 30 minutos de preparo e 120 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs?

Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs tem aproximadamente 617.5 calorias por porção, com cerca de 82 g de proteína, 17 g de carboidratos e 41 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs?

Os principais ingredientes de Orecchiette With Mini Chicken Meatballs são Orecchiette, Plain Breadcrumbs, Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley, Eggs, Milk, Ketchup. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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