Keto Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
Tender beef meatballs simmered in a rich garlic butter Parmesan cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Combine meatball ingredients gently.
2. Shape into 16 meatballs.
3. Sear in olive oil for 6–8 minutes and remove.
4. Melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
5. Add broth, cream, and Parmesan.
6. Simmer until slightly thickened.
7. Return meatballs and simmer 8–10 minutes to 160°F.
8. Season and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the beef.
Keep the cream sauce at a gentle simmer.
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3–4 days.
Find it online: https://elitesrecipes.com/keto-garlic-butter-meatballs/