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Juicy Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with 22g Protein Per Serving


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Tender and flavorful chicken meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for a variety of dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parmesan, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  3. Mix until well combined but avoid overworking the mixture.
  4. Shape into 1-inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Serve with your favorite sauce or pasta.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, brown the meatballs in a pan before baking.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for a brighter taste.
  • If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: chicken ricotta meatballs, Italian meatballs, baked chicken meatballs