Description
Chicken Ricotta Meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic dish, bringing together lean ground chicken and creamy ricotta cheese for an unforgettable flavor experience. Each meatball is infused with fresh parsley, garlic, and Italian seasoning, making them perfect for a cozy family dinner or as an impressive appetizer at your next gathering. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to pair with pasta or sauces of your choice, these meatballs will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, parsley, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- With wet hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve over pasta or with your favorite sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg