Chicken Balls With Tomato-Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Balls With Tomato-Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: TOMATO SAUCE; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 (398 ml) can crushed tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; CHICKEN BALLS; 1 cup ground chicken; 1 small apple, peeled and grated; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; salt; pepper; flour, for dusting; 3 tablespoons sunflower oil; fresh basil (to garnish) or parsley (to garnish)

Servings: persons

TOMATO SAUCE
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 (398 ml) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
CHICKEN BALLS
1 cup ground chicken
1 small apple, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
salt
pepper
flour, for dusting
3 tablespoons sunflower oil
fresh basil (to garnish) or parsley (to garnish)

1
METHOD FOR SAUCE:
2
In a large frying pan over medium heat, heat oil; fry onions until soft, about 10 minutes.
3
Put half the onions in a small bowl; set aside for chicken balls. Add garlic to onions in pan and saute for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and oregano plus 1/2 cup water. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
METHOD FOR THE CHICKEN BALLS:
5
Add ground chicken, apple, thyme, Parmesan, breadcrumbs and salt and pepper to reserved onions. Mix well. With floured hands, form about 20 teaspoon-size balls. In a large frying pan on medium-high, heat oil; brown chicken balls on each side. Transfer to sauce and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss weith cooked spaghetti. Sprinkle with parsley.

422

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: TOMATO SAUCE, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 onions, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, pressed, and more.

Yes, Chicken Balls With Tomato-Garlic Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Balls With Tomato-Garlic Sauce

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions