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Patricia Krouse

Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs and Spinach Alfredo Sauce

A comforting dish combining juicy chicken and creamy ricotta in a rich spinach Alfredo sauce, perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced For the sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped Can substitute with frozen, well-drained spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For the sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan. Mix until just combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Form into golf-ball-sized meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in heavy cream and chopped spinach, cooking until spinach wilts.
  3. Incorporate Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Baking
  1. Place the meatballs in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Once baked, gently fold the meatballs into the creamy spinach Alfredo sauce before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately over a bed of pasta or quinoa. Optionally, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and a splash of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave. For longer storage, freeze meatballs and sauce separately for up to 3 months.

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