Description

Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a velvety spinach-infused Alfredo sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe brings nostalgia and flavor to your table, making every bite an indulgent experience.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground chicken
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup vegetable broth
2 tsp agar-agar powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking dish.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
For the sauce, heat heavy cream and vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in agar-agar powder until dissolved.
Stir in chopped spinach until wilted; toss meatballs in the sauce to coat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball (85g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider swapping spinach for kale or adding sun-dried tomatoes. - To lighten the dish, use lean turkey instead of chicken and opt for low-fat ricotta cheese.