Description
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Garlic Butter Meatballs with Velvety Parmesan Penne recipe! Juicy, seasoned meatballs are cooked to perfection and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, then tossed with parmesan-infused penne pasta. This restaurant-quality dish is easy to make and perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Save this recipe for a comforting meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter (for cooking)
For the Pasta and Sauce:
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Shape into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Prepare the Parmesan Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Combine Everything: Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat them with the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra parmesan before serving. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes