Chicken Meatball Pasta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 None onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil, plus extra leaves for garnish
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cups pasta sauce
13 oz fusilli pasta
None None grated Parmesan cheese, to serve

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic and basil. Season. Roll into walnut-sized meatballs and arrange on a baking tray. Chill for 15 mins.
Heat oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Cook meatballs for 4-5 mins, until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
Combine pasta sauce and 1 cup water in a large frying pan. Bring to a boil then add meatballs. Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 mins, until meatballs are cooked through.
Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and toss with sauce. Serve topped with basil and Parmesan.