Chicken Fricassee With Meatballs Recipe

Name: Chicken Fricassee With Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 chicken thighs--skinless; 12 chicken wings; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 4 medium onions, peeled and finely chopped plus 1/2 onion grated (and saved for the mini meatballs); 2 cloves garlic; 3 large jars high quality tomato sauce--if you can find sauce with pieces of garlic or whole garlic cloves, that works really well.); 1 cup water; 3-4 lbs ground turkey/veal/chicken combo; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup matzoh meal; Dried porcini mushrooms can be added to the sauce as well (optional)

Servings: persons

24 chicken thighs--skinless
12 chicken wings
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/3 cup vegetable oil
4 medium onions, peeled and finely chopped plus 1/2 onion grated (and saved for the mini meatballs)
2 cloves garlic
3 large jars high quality tomato sauce--if you can find sauce with pieces of garlic or whole garlic cloves, that works really well.)
1 cup water
3-4 lbs ground turkey/veal/chicken combo
4 eggs
1/2 cup matzoh meal
Dried porcini mushrooms can be added to the sauce as well (optional)

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1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and saute in oil over a medium heat in a dutch oven or other large casserole. Remove from the pan and set aside
2
2. Add the chopped onions to the pan and cook until golden.
3
Drain. Add the chicken, garlic, tomato sauce, and if necessary additional sauce so that the liquid come tow thirds up the side of the chicken. Cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes
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3. In the meantime, make the meatballs by mixing together the ground meats, the remaining half grated onion, eggs, matzoh meal and salt and pepper. Form tiny meatballs, slightly smaller than the size of a walnut. Add carefully to the chicken, pouring in a little more water or tomato sauce if the sauce has evaporated. Simmer, covered, for 20-30 minutes or until the meatballs are done.
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You can add lots of things to this sauce...sliced carrots, peppers, mushrooms,etc.

2052

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

Carbs

268

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 chicken thighs--skinless, 12 chicken wings, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fricassee With Meatballs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Fricassee With Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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