SPAGHETTI WITH CHICKEN PINE NUT MEATBALLS

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These meatballs are cooked in a thin tomato sauce that is soaked up by the spaghetti so the meatballs remain the star of the meal. Feel free to add any sauteed or roasted veggies that you would normally add to your spaghetti sauce if you wish.

Provided by Daphne2002

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground chicken
1/4 cup minced onion
1 large egg
1/4 cup ketchup
1/3 dry breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons chopped toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
3 cups V8 vegetable juice
2 tablespoons grape jelly
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
sauteed mushroom (optional)
bell pepper (optional)
tomatoes (optional)
1 package hot cooked spaghetti
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine chicken, onion, egg, kethcup, bread crumbs, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic and basil.
  • Mix very well.
  • Form mixture into 1.
  • 5 inch balls.
  • Place meatballs into a large skillet and brown meatballs over medium-high.
  • Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook about 15 minutes, or until meatballs are no longer pink in the center.
  • Drain any oil in pan.
  • Combine tomato juice, grape jelly, chili sauce, and optional ingredients, if using, in large pot.
  • Bring to a boil and add meatballs.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and cook, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • Combine pasta and meatball mixture.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley.

Rhonda White
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This dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


Angel indisguise
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of chicken. The meatballs were still delicious, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a vegetarian version of this dish.


Dahlyla Harris
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the sauce is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a way to use up leftover spaghetti.


M Slaar
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this dish. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook chicken.


Reuben Anders
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The meatballs are incredible, and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


DEVRAJ NEUPANE
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The meatballs are unique and flavorful, and the sauce is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for something different


Muzammil Bhatti
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The meatballs are packed with vegetables, and the sauce is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone with picky eaters.


Ana Casey
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I'm a beginner cook, and this recipe was easy to follow. The meatballs turned out great, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is new to cooking.


Usama Auwal Tahir
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth the cost. The meatballs are incredible, and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


Beautiful Noise Relaxation
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I used ground turkey instead of chicken, and the meatballs turned out great. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthier version of this dish.


Cody Wolfe
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I'm not a big fan of pine nuts, so I omitted them from the recipe. The meatballs were still delicious, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who doesn't like pine nuts.


Collen Nuwa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the sauce is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a way to use up leftover chicken.


Willow Eve
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a dish to bring to a party.


Baguma Derrick
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The meatballs are incredible, and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


saira nadeem nadeem
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Mark Lekeaka
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This was a really easy recipe to follow. I was able to make it in about an hour, and it turned out great. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and


MD Sajjib Hassan
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken meatballs, but these were surprisingly delicious. The pine nuts added a nice flavor and texture, and the sauce was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Tj Hatting
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I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the meatballs and the sauce. The spaghetti was also cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Michael Griffin
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This spaghetti with chicken pine nut meatballs was an absolute delight! The meatballs were incredibly flavorful and juicy, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pine nuts added a nice crunch. I'll definitel


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