# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken Meatballs
01 - 1.1 lb ground chicken
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Marry Me Sauce
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
11 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
12 - ½ cup chicken broth
13 - ½ cup heavy cream
14 - ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced and drained
15 - ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
16 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
17 - ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
18 - Salt and pepper, to taste
19 - Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, panko breadcrumbs, garlic, parmesan, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper until just combined.
03 - Shape the mixture into 16 uniform meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake meatballs for 15 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
05 - While meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
06 - Add sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
07 - Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
08 - Stir in heavy cream, parmesan, dried Italian herbs, and chili flakes; simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring until the sauce slightly thickens.
09 - Add baked meatballs to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
10 - Adjust salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
