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Chicken Romano Meatballs with Lemon White Sauce – A Bright, Comforting Classic

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Tender Chicken Romano Meatballs paired with a creamy, lemon-scented white sauce. A comforting and elegant meal perfect for family dinners or springtime gatherings.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken

  • ½ cup grated Romano cheese

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1 shallot, finely minced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Lemon White Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Romano

  • Salt and white/black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl until just combined. Form into 1½-inch meatballs.

  • Place on parchment-lined sheet and bake 18–20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

  • In a pan, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux. Slowly whisk in broth and milk. Simmer 3–5 minutes.

  • Stir in lemon zest, juice, cheese, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened.

  • Add meatballs to sauce and coat evenly. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Substitute ground turkey if desired. Add spinach to sauce for extra greens. Serve over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

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