Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce is a delightful dish that elevates comfort food to new heights. Tender meatballs made with ground chicken and creamy ricotta are enveloped in a luscious spinach Alfredo sauce, creating a meal that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. Your guests will be asking for the recipe as they savor each bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F or 74°C).
- While meatballs bake, heat Alfredo sauce in a skillet over medium heat and add chopped spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Once meatballs are done, gently add them to the skillet with the sauce and stir to coat. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For lighter meatballs, substitute ricotta with cottage cheese. - Enhance flavor by adding sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms. - Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.