Here’s a complete Creamy Skillet Meatballs with Herb Rice & Roasted Vegetables meal that’s cozy, flavorful, and perfect for a family dinner 🍽️✨
🍝 Creamy Skillet Meatballs with Herb Rice & Roasted Vegetables
🧆 Creamy Skillet Meatballs
Ingredients (Makes 12–14 meatballs)
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or mixed beef/pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt & pepper
Creamy Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
1. Make the Meatballs
- Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix gently (don’t overwork).
- Shape into 12–14 meatballs.
2. Cook the Meatballs
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown meatballs on all sides (about 2–3 minutes each).
- Remove meatballs and set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute (makes a roux).
- Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth.
- Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer until thickened.
4. Finish
- Return meatballs to skillet.
- Simmer 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in parsley.
🌿 Herb Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook rice with water/broth and a pinch of salt.
- Once cooked, fluff and stir in butter, garlic powder, and herbs.
🥦 Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss vegetables with olive oil and seasonings.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway.
🍽️ To Serve
Plate a scoop of herb rice, add meatballs with creamy sauce, and a side of roasted vegetables.
⭐ Tips
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add mushrooms to the sauce for extra depth.