Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1cupfresh chopped parsley, or cilantro, divided
⅓cupchicken or vegetable stock
5ouncessun-dried tomatoes, drained of oil and chopped
1 ¾cupsheavy cream
½cupshredded mozzarella, or provolone, gouda
½cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
3cupsbaby spinach leaves
1tablespoonfresh basil, chopped
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Instructions
Make the meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, ground chicken, shredded cheese, grated garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, bouillon powder, parsley, a pinch of cayenne, and black pepper. Mix until just combined and form into medium-sized meatballs. Place on a plate.
Cook the meatballs: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 8–10 minutes, turning to brown evenly, until fully cooked. Transfer to a clean plate.
Build the sauce base: In the same pan, melt butter into the drippings. Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant. Stir in the onion and sauté until softened. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes, then pour in the stock and let it reduce slightly.
Create the cream sauce: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently while stirring now and then.
Add spinach and cheese: Stir in spinach until wilted, then mix in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and creamy.
Bring it all together: Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning sauce over them. Garnish with fresh basil and remaining parsley before serving.