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Chicken Ricotta Meatballs

Chicken Ricotta Meatballs
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Delight in the comforting flavors of Chicken Ricotta Meatballs, a dish that effortlessly combines tender ground chicken with creamy ricotta cheese, all enveloped in a luscious spinach Alfredo sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, providing a quick and satisfying meal that will please the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 medium onion, very 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 freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cooking cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (235°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 2 minutes.
  3. Finely chop onion, garlic, parsley, and sun-dried tomatoes using a food processor.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the soaked breadcrumbs with ground chicken, chopped vegetables, ricotta, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix gently until combined.
  5. Shape into 18-20 meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by melting butter in a skillet and sautéing garlic before adding cream and Parmesan until melted. Stir in spinach until wilted.
  8. Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer briefly before serving.

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