If I had to choose the recipe for you to all be making this week, tonight even, it would be these meatballs. They’re the perfect dinner to cook on a cold December night. The dish feels kind of fancy, but in reality, it’s easy to create and comes together in just about an hour. And this time of year, there’s nothing I love more than a skillet dinner. They save time and clean up! Some of you may remember my balsamic mushroom chicken marsala from a few winters ago. This recipe is one I make often; we really love the marsala sauce. When I had this idea to turn one of my favorite dishes into a meatball dinner, I was excited to test it out! Creighton, my older brother, was in town then, so I knew he’d be excited. He loves himself a meatball dinner!
Here are the details
Step 1: make the meatballs I used a mix of ground chicken and ground pork. You can use one or the other or do a mix like I did. Then, mix in some panko breadcrumbs and an egg to keep the meat from drying out. Roll the mix into meatballs, then pan-sear them in a big skillet. Once they’re seared, add a sliver of butter and let the butter brown around the meatballs. Step 2: the mushrooms Now, the mushrooms – the best part! You’ll want to slice the mushrooms thinly, then let them crisp in a little olive oil. Once they’ve cooked down, add a splash of balsamic vinegar and let the sauce caramelize over the mushrooms. It’s so simple but so delicious. Once caramelized, toss in a bit of butter, shallots, garlic, and lots of thyme. Again, allow that butter to brown, creating an even more delicious flavor. Now add the wine and simmer until reduced, then stir in the cream and meatballs. Allow everything to simmer and thicken into a delicious creamy sauce. If you prefer not to cook with wine, use chicken broth instead of the marsala. Then add one additional tablespoon of balsamic vinegar to the creamy sauce. Step 3: the cheesy French bread When you’re ready, switch the oven to broil. Top the skillet full of meatballs with crusty French bread and a layer of cheese. Then, place it under the broiler to melt. Watch closely as the broiler cooks fast. Pull the skillet out of the oven. The sauce should be bubbling, and the cheese melted. It will smell so good. Then, spoon some garlic butter over the bread for even more yummy flavor! Serve with your favorite green salad, and enjoy! Looking for other recipes?? Here are my favorites: 30 Minute Coq au Vin Chicken Meatballs Simple Baked Cheesy Italian Chicken Meatballs Weeknight 30 Minute Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs Lastly, if you make these Garlic Butter Chicken Marsala Meatballs, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
