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Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce

Irresistible Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce

Enjoy Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce, a healthy twist on classic Italian flavors perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Lean ground turkey can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Ground flaxseed mixed with water can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Onion Chopped; onion powder can be used as a quick substitute.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh; frozen can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Finely chop the spinach and garlic, and gather all meatball ingredients in one bowl.
Making Meatballs
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped garlic, chopped onion, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  3. Scoop out portions and roll them into 1-1.5 inch balls.
  4. Place formed meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring even spacing.
Baking and Sauce Preparation
  1. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. While meatballs are baking, melt a tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the remaining minced garlic until fragrant, then pour in the heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
  4. Once warm, add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  5. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Gently place the baked meatballs into the Alfredo sauce, coating each one.
  2. Let them simmer for a minute before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping sauce separate. For longer storage, freeze meatballs and sauce in separate containers for up to 3 months.

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