By Weightloss for Women Over 40 Rising Health LLC
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce
10 steps
Prep:30minCook:20min
Updated at: Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:34:44 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
44
Low
Glycemic Load
6
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories586.7 kcal (29%)
Total Fat45 g (64%)
Carbs12.7 g (5%)
Sugars3.1 g (3%)
Protein33.4 g (67%)
Sodium649.8 mg (32%)
Fiber0.8 g (3%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
sauce
1 tablespoonolive oil
0.5onion
chopped
2cloves garlic
minced
1 cupheavy cream
½ cupgrated parmesan cheese
½ cupfresh spinach
1 poundprotein pasta
fettuccine
1 poundground chicken
½ cupricotta cheese
¼ cupgrated parmesan cheese
¼ cupbreadcrumbs
1egg
beaten
¼ teaspoongarlic powder
¼ teaspoononion powder
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until just combined.
Step 2
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Cook the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Step 7
Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 8
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
Step 9
Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Toss to coat.
Step 10
Add the meatballs to the pasta and sauce, and serve immediately.
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