Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo Sauce. This delectable dish features tender chicken meatballs infused with rich ricotta, all enveloped in a velvety spinach Alfredo sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this meal will not only satisfy your taste buds but also impress your guests with its gourmet flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant then add spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until heated through. Gently add the baked meatballs to the sauce and coat well before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg