Meatballs in Creamy Paprika Sauce

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# 🍽️ Meatballs in Creamy Paprika Sauce – Comfort Food With a Bold Twist

Looking for a comforting, satisfying dinner that brings bold flavor without complicated steps? These **Meatballs in Creamy Paprika Sauce** check all the boxes. Juicy, tender meatballs simmered in a rich, velvety paprika sauce — this dish is a **hearty, comforting classic** with a little Eastern European flair.

Whether you’re serving them over buttered noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice, this recipe will become a **family favorite** you’ll come back to again and again.

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## 🧄 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

* ✅ **Simple ingredients**, big flavor
* 🍽️ Great for weeknights *or* cozy weekends
* 🔥 Paprika adds smoky depth and warmth
* 💡 Easy to adapt (ground turkey, pork, or beef!)

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## 🧾 Ingredients

### For the Meatballs:

* 1 lb (450g) **ground beef** (or beef/pork mix)
* 1 small **onion**, finely chopped
* 2 cloves **garlic**, minced
* ½ cup **breadcrumbs**
* 1 **egg**
* 1 tbsp **fresh parsley**, chopped
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* 1–2 tbsp **olive oil**, for browning

### For the Creamy Paprika Sauce:

* 2 tbsp **butter**
* 1 tbsp **flour**
* 1 small **onion**, finely chopped
* 1 tbsp **smoked or sweet paprika** (or a mix of both)
* 1 cup **chicken or beef broth**
* ½ cup **sour cream** or **heavy cream**
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* Optional: pinch of **chili flakes** for heat