Costco Chicken Meatballs Recipe

This Costco Chicken Meatballs recipe is a tender and juicy dish, which is made with ground chicken and sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a restaurant-quality dish, ready in about 55 minutes.

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Costco Chicken Meatballs Recipe Ingredients

Chicken Meatballs:

• 2 lbs. ground chicken
• 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 cup seasoned panko crumbs
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. paprika

Sauce:

• 5 Tbsp. butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/4-1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, add to your liking
• 1 cup sundried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup white cooking wine
• 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 8-10 fresh basil leaves, julienned, if desired for garnish

How To Make Costco Chicken Meatballs

1. Make and bake the meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients (ground chicken, eggs, garlic, olive oil, panko, Parmesan, and seasonings). Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Use a 1 ½-inch scoop to form meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
2. Start the sauce: While the meatballs bake, melt the butter in a large, deep, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Build the creamy sauce: Pour the white wine into the skillet and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, until it has mostly reduced. Add the chicken broth. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and whisk in the Parmesan cheese until well combined. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
4. Combine and finish: Add the baked meatballs to the skillet with the sauce and stir gently to coat them. Transfer the entire skillet to the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, until the meatballs are heated through and the sauce is bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• How to get tender meatballs? The most important tip is not to overmix the ground chicken mixture. Combine the ingredients gently with your hands only until they are just incorporated. Overworking the meat will result in tough, dense meatballs.
• Can I use a different kind of meat? Yes, ground turkey would be an excellent substitute for ground chicken in this recipe.
• How to make the sauce less rich? If you prefer a lighter sauce, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half. The sauce will be slightly thinner but still delicious.
• Can I make these ahead of time? Absolutely. The baked meatballs freeze beautifully. Let them cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. You can then make the sauce and add the frozen meatballs, simmering until they are heated through.

What To Serve With Chicken Meatballs

These saucy meatballs are perfect served over a base that can soak up the delicious creamy sauce.

• Cooked pasta, such as linguine or pappardelle
• Creamy mashed potatoes or polenta
• Crusty bread for dipping
• Steamed rice or zucchini noodles

How To Store Chicken Meatballs

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: You can freeze the baked meatballs (without the sauce) for up to 3 months. You can also freeze the finished dish (meatballs in sauce) in a freezer-safe container. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Chicken Meatballs Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 740kcal
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 41g
• Fat: 56g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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