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Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Bliss

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Discover the comfort of Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Bliss, an easy yet elegant dish perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs Can substitute with regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Milk For soaking breadcrumbs
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Can use dairy-free alternatives
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For added flavor
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning For flavor enhancement
  • 1 tsp Salt To enhance flavor
For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce
  • 4 strips Bacon For smoky flavor
  • 1 tbsp Butter Base for the sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Key component of the sauce
  • 1 tsp Pepper For seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For sauce richness
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach For nutritional value
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (235°C).
  2. In a bowl, soak the Italian breadcrumbs in milk for about 2 minutes.
  3. Using a food processor, pulse the onion, garlic, parsley, and sun-dried tomatoes until finely chopped.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the chopped mixture with the ground chicken, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, ricotta, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and salt.
  5. Form the mixture into 18-20 meatballs, each about 2.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the meatballs are crispy and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. While the meatballs are baking, fry the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy.
  8. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  9. Add heavy cream, letting it simmer, then whisk in Parmesan until melted.
  10. Toss in the baby spinach and stir until it wilts, then incorporate the baked meatballs into the sauce.
  11. Plate your meatballs with the creamy spinach Alfredo sauce and garnish with crispy bacon and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 34gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra flavor. High-quality ground chicken and careful mixing are key for juicy meatballs.

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