Chicken Meatballs With Tortellini In Mushroom Cream

Name: Chicken Meatballs With Tortellini In Mushroom Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chicken Meatballs; 1 lb ground chicken; 1 egg; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup asiago cheese; 1 tablespoon parsley; Mushroom Cream Sauce; 5 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 2 1/2 - 3 cups half-and-half cream; 5 ounces sliced mushrooms; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1/4 cup asiago cheese; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini, cooked according to package instructions (I used 5-cheese kind)

Servings: persons

Chicken Meatballs
1 lb ground chicken
1 egg
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup asiago cheese
1 tablespoon parsley
Mushroom Cream Sauce
5 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 - 3 cups half-and-half cream
5 ounces sliced mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 cup asiago cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini, cooked according to package instructions (I used 5-cheese kind)

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Meatballs:
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Preheat oven to 350.
3
Lightly mix all meatball ingredients together. Form into golf ball or slightly smaller size balls. Place on foil lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until done.
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Sauce:
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Melt butter in large skillet, add onion, garlic and mushrooms.
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Saute until soft.
7
Add flour and stir until coated. Let cook 1-2 minutes.
8
Add half and half, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and Asiago cheese.
9
Cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened.
10
Add meatballs and cooked tortellini to sauce.
11
Stir and continue to cook over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat meatballs.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chicken Meatballs, 1 lb ground chicken, 1 egg, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Chicken Meatballs With Tortellini In Mushroom Cream Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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 Meatballs With Tortellini In Mushroom Cream Sauce

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