Country Chicken Meatballs
Satisfyingly Healthy: Chicken Country Meatballs with Mushroom Sauce Recipe for Wholesome Meal Prep
Creator: Leslie Stokes
In the quest for delicious yet nutritious meal prep options, Chicken Country Meatballs with Mushroom Sauce recipe stands out as a beacon of flavor and wholesomeness. This delightful twist on a classic, comforting dish brings together the heartiness of poultry and the earthy essence of mushrooms, all while being tailored to suit your healthy lifestyle. Prepared in bulk, this recipe is perfect for busy days, ensuring you have a delicious, comforting meal ready whenever hunger strikes.
Rustic flavors meet comfort in every bite with these hearty Chicken Country Meatballs! A savory twist on a classic, these tender morsels are sure to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.
Ingredients:
- ground chicken- Turkey or beef would taste great too!
- oregano
- parsley
- thyme
- minced onion
- salt
- pepper
- iralian bread crumbs
- egg
- coconut aminos
- mushrooms
- yellow onions
- minced garlic
- beef bone broth
- cornstarch
**see full recipe below
Rolled in bread crumbs and paired with a luscious mushroom sauce, this dish elevates the flavor profile to new heights. The earthy notes of the mushrooms complement the richness of the meatballs, while the beef bone broth adds a deep umami undertone, tying the elements together in perfect harmony. The use of cornstarch as a thickening agent ensures a silky, velvety texture, making every spoonful a delightful experience.
For the health-conscious meal prepper, this recipe serves as a beacon of hope. Its nutrient-dense profile, balanced flavors, and wholesome ingredients make it an ideal option for those seeking a well-rounded, satisfying meal. By preparing this dish in a batch of four servings, you can ensure that your meal prep is not only efficient but also filled with delicious, nutritious goodness.
A few Meal Prep Tips for me!
Tips for this Meal Prep
I made these Meatballs with the Apple Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal and I was able to knock the whole meal prep out in just about an hour! Here is how I did it!
- start by chopping your apples and making the oatmeal mixture
- Get the oatmeal into the oven and chop your onions + mushrooms.
- Make the meatball mixture and fry those up in a pan.
- While the meatballs are cooking, start to boil your noodles.
- After the meatballs are done, remove them from the pan and start the sauce.
- Take the oats out of the oven to cool down.
- Put away the meatball meal and start the clean up.
- The oats make take a while to cool down, but just throw the lid on a little later.
That’s it!
I hope this meal prep helps you! Don’t forget to follow along on social meadia for more Meal Prep + healthy recipes!
I hope this meal prep helps you! Don’t forget to follow along on social meadia for more Meal Prep + healthy recipes!
Country Chicken Meatballs
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground chicken turkey or beef would be great too
- 2 tbsp bread crumbs + 1/4 cup for rolling
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp oregano
- 1 tsp dried or fresh parsley
- ¼ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp minced onion
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
For the Sauce:
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- ¾ cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz beef bone broth
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1½ tbsp cornstarch or more for a thicker sauce
- ½ tsp salt to taste
- 3 oz of your favorite pasta noodle about 3 cups of cooked noodles
Let's Make It
- Boil your noodles and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, parsley, oregano thyme, salt, pepper, minced onion, garlic powder, and Italian breadcrumbs. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs of your desired size (I did 3 per meal), then roll each meatball in the additional breadcrumbs for an outer layer.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil. Once the oil is hot, place the meatballs in the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, usually for about 10-12 minutes.
- Take the meatballs out of the pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until they are softened and golden brown.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch over the sautéed vegetables, stirring constantly for a minute to cook out the raw taste of the cornstarch.
- Gradually pour in the beef bone broth, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. I left the sauce a little more runny than usual so that the noodles would soak up the flavors once added to the meal prep containers.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Add your preferred noodles, place the cooked meatballs on top, and generously ladle the mushroom sauce over the meatballs and noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and added freshness.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days!
- To reheat, cook in the microwave for 1:45
Nutrition Facts
Meal Prep in 1 Hour
You can use any two of the meals in this series to get your meal prep done in just about and hour, give or take!
Having your breakfast and lunch ready for the week helps you stay on track with your nutriton, saves you time and money! I truly beleive that meal prep does not need to be over complicated, take too much time or be boring!
I always get asked- “do you ever get tired of eating the same thing all week?” and the answer is, no! Not when the food taste good! I give plenty of variety in these preps and keep it simple!
As always, thanks for being here and remember, don’t over complicate the process! Take a deep breath, you got this!
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