Chicken Florentine Meatballs

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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
35 mins

Total Time:
55 mins

Servings:
4

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Meatballs

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 ounces fresh spinach, chopped

  • 1 pound ground chicken

  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup white wine

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • 4 ounces fresh spinach

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Directions

  • Gather all ingredients.

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  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 10×15-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.


  • For meatballs, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until tender, about 3 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Set aside to cool. 

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  • Combine ground chicken, panko, cornstarch, Italian seasoning, salt, and crushed red pepper in a large bowl. Gently stir in cooled onion mixture. 

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  • Shape mixture into about 20 meatballs using about 1 1/2 tablespoons per meatball. Place on prepared baking sheet.

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  • Bake until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center of meatballs reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 20 to 25 minutes. 

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  • Meanwhile for sauce, heat butter in the same skillet. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add flour and cook 1 additional minute. Add wine and chicken broth. Simmer and stir until thickened and bubbly, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until slightly thickened, 2 minutes. Add spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

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  • Add meatballs to skillet, stir to coat in sauce. Return to a simmer, about 1 minute.

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  • Serve warm.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    737
    Calories

    51g
    Fat

    27g
    Carbs

    40g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    4

    Calories
    737

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    51g

    66%

    Saturated Fat
    25g

    127%

    Cholesterol
    226mg

    75%

    Sodium
    1389mg

    60%

    Total Carbohydrate
    27g

    10%

    Dietary Fiber
    3g

    9%

    Total Sugars
    5g

    Protein
    40g

    80%

    Vitamin C
    19mg

    21%

    Calcium
    368mg

    28%

    Iron
    4mg

    22%

    Potassium
    1317mg

    28%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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