Description
These Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs are a flavorful twist on the classic dish, served with a creamy Spinach Alfredo Sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Shape into meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Meatballs: for about 20-25 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add heavy cream and Parmesan, stirring until smooth. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Pour the Spinach Alfredo Sauce over the baked meatballs and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the sauce by adding red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- These meatballs are delicious served over pasta or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
