CHICKEN AND BASIL MEATBALLS

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I got this from a work mate who got it from a newpaper. It's quick and easy and good! In the photo, I used toasted pinenuts which worked well as a substitution for the almonds.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

500 g ground chicken
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup ready-made pasta sauce
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup cream
2 tablespoons sliced almonds or 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine mince, egg, basil and breadcrumbs and mix well.
  • Divide mixture into 12 portions and roll into balls.
  • Heat oil and butter in a frypan and fry chicken balls until well browned on all sides.
  • Allow to cook through (about 8 minutes) While cooking the chicken, combine pasta sauce, and wine and simmer for about 10 minutes to recuce by 1/3.
  • Add cream.
  • Divide sauce among 4 plates, top with meatballs, and sprinkle with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.9, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 178.2, Sodium 452.3, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 26.5

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