CHICKEN PESTO MEATBALLS
These tender, pesto-stuffed meatballs get gobbled up in our house. They're short on ingredients, but packed with flavor. I always make a double batch, freezing the other half for a busy night. -Ally Billhorn, Wilton, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain., In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, pesto, cheese and garlic powder. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a large skillet, brown meatballs over medium heat, turning occasionally. Add sauce and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Serve with spaghetti. If desired, top with basil and additional cheese. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan over low heat, stirring gently; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Rashid Adan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken meatballs, but these were actually really good. The pesto added a delicious flavor that I loved.
Safir Zrary
[email protected]These meatballs were amazing! I made them for my family and they loved them. They were so moist and flavorful.
Fardin Azim
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try using less salt next time.
HD sagor chodury
[email protected]These meatballs were a little dry for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try adding some more pesto next time.
Betselot Tadese
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.
Tal
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!
Sanjuuu Khan
[email protected]I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them! They were so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.
Paula Schwarzrock
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more seasoning.
Arif Miea
[email protected]These meatballs were a little dry for my taste. I think I will try adding some more pesto next time.
Wolf1306 Clarke
[email protected]I was looking for a new chicken meatball recipe and I came across this one. I'm so glad I did! These meatballs were so easy to make and they tasted incredible. The pesto added a delicious flavor that I loved.
Robert AHK
[email protected]I have made these meatballs several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of chicken and pesto.
Loretta Mhlanga
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! I made them exactly as the recipe said and they turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again.
Misty Cox
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! I will definitely be making them again.
Itachi Gaming
[email protected]I love chicken pesto meatballs. They are so easy to make and always come out perfectly. This recipe is no exception. The meatballs were cooked through perfectly and the pesto was delicious.
Syed agha sab Agha
[email protected]These chicken pesto meatballs were a hit! They were so moist and flavorful, and the pesto added a delicious, nutty flavor. I will definitely be making these again.