Best-Ever Chicken Swedish Meatballs & Gravy

🍽️ Best-Ever Chicken Swedish Meatballs & Gravy

🧆 Ingredients for the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground chicken

• 1 small onion, finely grated

• 2 slices soft bread (white or whole wheat), torn into bits

• 1 egg

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ¾ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg

• ½ tsp allspice (essential for that Swedish flavor!)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Olive oil for pan-frying

🥄 Ingredients for the Gravy:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional for tang)

• ½ tsp soy sauce (adds depth)

• ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish

🔥 How to Make It:

1. Make the Meatballs

• In a bowl, mix bread, onion, garlic, egg, and spices.

• Add ground chicken and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.

• Roll into 1-inch balls (wet hands help!) and brown in a skillet with olive oil until golden. Set aside.

2. Make the Gravy

• In the same pan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.

• Slowly add chicken broth, whisking constantly.

• Stir in cream, mustard, soy sauce, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

• Simmer until thickened and velvety.

3. Bring It Together

• Return meatballs to the pan and simmer in the gravy for 10–15 minutes until cooked through.

• Garnish with parsley and serve over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or even rice.

💫 Pro Tips:

• Want extra richness? Add a spoonful of sour cream to the gravy at the end.

• For a gluten-free version, swap bread and flour with GF alternatives.

• These freeze beautifully—just store meatballs and gravy separately.

Would you like a whimsical Milo-style twist on this recipe next? Maybe moonberry meatballs or a sparkle gravy surprise? I’d love to cook up something magical with you.

"Savory Salmon Croquettes: Fresh No Can, Flaky, Fantastic"

 

🧾 Ingredients

• 1¼ lbs skinless fresh salmon, finely chopped
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs, divided
• 2½ tbsp fresh parsley, minced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1½ tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ¾ tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 egg yolk
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 6 tbsp olive oil, for frying
• Lemon wedges, for serving

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Salmon:
   Finely chop the salmon into ¼-inch pieces (or pulse briefly in a food processor). You want a sausage-like texture—not mushy.
2. Mix the Base:
   In a large bowl, combine ¼ cup panko, parsley, green onions, garlic, mayo, lemon zest, mustard, Old Bay, egg yolk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chopped salmon until evenly coated.
3. Form Patties:
   Divide mixture into 8 portions (about ⅓ cup each). Shape into 3-inch patties.
4. Coat in Panko:
   Press both sides of each patty into the remaining ¾ cup panko for a crunchy crust.
5. Fry to Perfection:
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry patties 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve:
   Drain on paper towels. Serve warm with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or a dill yogurt dip.

Want to add a twist like fresh dill, capers, or a spicy aioli? I’ve got ideas for that too. Just say the word!

“Crispy, Golden, Perfect! WestBend Waffle Maker Review & Test Drive

You got it! Here's a classic waffle recipe that's crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert 🧇✨

🧾 Ingredients (Makes ~6 waffles)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large eggs (separated)
• 1⅔ cups milk
• ⅓ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease if needed.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix egg yolks, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
4. Beat the egg whites in another bowl until stiff peaks form (this makes the waffles extra fluffy).
5. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry, then gently fold in the egg whites.
6. Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
7. Serve hot with maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings!

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