Roasted Garlic Chicken Meatball Pasta - Amylu Foods

Roasted Garlic Chicken Meatball Pasta

Product used in this recipe:
Roasted Garlic Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or your favorite)
  • Roasted Garlic Chicken Meatballs
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Creamy White Sauce:

  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the sliced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and cook until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the all-purpose flour to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the vegetables.
  • Pour the creamy white sauce over the pasta and vegetables. Stir until everything is well coated.
  • Gently add the precooked roasted garlic chicken meatballs to the skillet and toss to combine.
  • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the meatballs are heated through.
  • Serve the Roasted Garlic Chicken Meatball Pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.