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Chicken Ricotta Meatballs

Chicken Ricotta Meatballs
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Ricotta Meatballs, a delightful dish that combines tender ground chicken with creamy ricotta and savory sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, these meatballs are baked to perfection and tossed in a luscious spinach Alfredo sauce. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this recipe is bound to impress even the pickiest eaters. With a make-ahead option for effortless meal prep, you’ll find yourself returning to this dish time and again.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1.5 pounds ground chicken or turkey
  • 6 ounces whole milk ricotta
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (235°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for about two minutes.
  3. Chop onion, garlic, parsley, and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor until finely blended.
  4. In a bowl, combine the vegetable mix with soaked breadcrumbs, ground chicken, ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix gently.
  5. Shape into 18-20 meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet; lightly spray with cooking oil.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. For the sauce: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic before adding heavy cream and whisking in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  8. Stir in baby spinach until wilted; add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for two minutes.

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