Ingredients
– 1 lb ground chicken
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 egg
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp Italian seasoning
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
4. Bake Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
5. Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and chicken broth. Heat over medium until simmering.
6. Add Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Add Cheese: Gradually whisk in shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Combine: Once the meatballs are cooked, gently add them to the sauce. Let them simmer for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
9. Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These steps will ensure you create tender Chicken Ricotta Meatballs beautifully enveloped in a decadent spinach Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 35g