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Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs

Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs for a Flavorful Family Dinner

Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs bring a delightful twist to a classic Italian dish, balancing creamy ricotta with lean ground chicken for a flavorful family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese whole-milk ricotta is best
  • 1 large Egg for binding
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs opt for gluten-free if desired
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano for sharper taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1/2 cup Onion grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Basil) use less if dried
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
For Serving Suggestions
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce for dipping or drizzling
  • 8 ounces Pasta spaghetti or penne works well
  • 4 sub Sub Sandwich Rolls for meatball subs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, onion, herbs, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix gently.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them evenly on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve warm with marinara sauce, over pasta, or in sub rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Gently mix ingredients to keep meatballs tender. Uniform size helps with even cooking. Use fresh herbs for better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for longer storage and reheat as needed.

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