Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce
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By Daz & Saz Renton-Martin
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce
Updated at: Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:44:52 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
55
Low
Nutrition per recipe
Calories2513.9 kcal (126%)
Total Fat189.5 g (271%)
Carbs67.4 g (26%)
Sugars12.2 g (14%)
Protein138.1 g (276%)
Sodium3607.6 mg (180%)
Fiber4.6 g (16%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
0 servings

1 lbground chicken

½ cupricotta cheese

1egg

¼ cupgrated Parmesan cheese

2 clovesgarlic
minced

½ cupbreadcrumbs

1 tablespoonItalian seasoning

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

Sauce
For the Spinach

2 tablespoonsbutter

1 clovegarlic
minced

1 cupheavy cream

½ cupgrated Parmesan cheese

2 cupsfresh spinach
chopped

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

pasta
Cooked, for serving
Instructions
Step 1
2. Prepare Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Combine until well mixed.
Step 2
3. Shape and Bake: Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 3
4. Make the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Step 4
5. Creamy Spinach Alfredo: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 5
6. Add Spinach: Fold the chopped spinach into the sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the spinach is wilted.
Step 6
7. Serve: Place the cooked meatballs over a bed of pasta and generously spoon the creamy spinach Alfredo sauce on top.
Step 7
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 25 minutes | Total time: 45 minutes
Step 8
Nutritional Information:
Step 9
- Calories per Serving: Approximately 650 kcal
Step 10
- Carbohydrates: 45g
Step 11
- Protein: 35g
Step 12
- Fats: 35g
Step 13
Enjoy this sumptuous dish that brings together rich, creamy flavors with hearty meatballs for a truly satisfying meal!
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