Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Savory pork meatballs stuffed with melted cheese, simmered in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce for a comforting keto dinner. This american-inspired keto (low carb, gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs ground pork, large egg, grated parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 4 oz, cut into 12 small cubes mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup, grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Step 2: Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and flatten each into a patty. Place a 1/3 oz cube of mozzarella cheese in the center, then fold and roll each into a meatball, sealing the cheese inside.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove meatballs and keep warm.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp unsalted butter to the skillet and sauté 8 oz sliced mushrooms for 5 minutes until browned and tender.
- Step 5: Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, stirring and simmering for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 6: Return the meatballs to the skillet and spoon the mushroom sauce over them. Simmer together for 2 minutes, then serve hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cheese-Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
