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Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce

Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce Delight

Experience the deliciousness of Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce, a comforting dish perfect for families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Or turkey for fewer calories
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can be used as a lighter substitute
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh is best; thawed frozen works if drained well
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1 Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can lighten it
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh cloves for better flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be substituted for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, gluten-free breadcrumbs, and egg. Sprinkle in desired seasonings and mix gently until just combined.
  2. Take a generous handful of the mixture and shape it into uniform meatballs, the size of golf balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space in between.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are golden-brown.
Sauce Preparation
  1. While meatballs bake, in a saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously for 5-7 minutes until melted into a smooth sauce.
  2. Once meatballs are done, gently transfer them to the Alfredo sauce and toss until well-coated. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To keep meatballs tender, avoid overmixing. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.

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