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Delicious Chicken Ricotta Meatballs in Spinach Alfredo

Savory Chicken Ricotta Meatballs With Creamy Spinach Alfredo deliver a delightful blend of flavors and creamy texture, making it an elegant choice for gatherin…

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese for sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking dish and finish cooking them in the oven for about 10 minutes.
  • In the same skillet, add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg, blending until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  • Carefully add the cooked meatballs back into the sauce, gently stirring to coat them evenly with the creamy Alfredo.
  • Serve the Chicken Ricotta Meatballs hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.