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Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs

Delightful and flavorful baked meatballs made with ground chicken and creamy ricotta cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken Lean and tender protein base
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese Adds creaminess and richness
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Helps bind ingredients
  • 1 ea egg Acts as a binding agent
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Infuses flavor
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Provides fresh flavor
  • 1 tsp dried oregano Adds earthiness
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper Adds subtle kick
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping, adds depth
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place each meatball onto the prepared baking sheet with enough space between them.
  5. Repeat the process until all mixture has been rolled into meatballs.
Cooking
  1. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. While the meatballs are baking, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Once the meatballs are done, remove from the oven, drizzle with marinara sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Consider additional flavor variations by using different herbs or light sautéing garlic to enhance sweetness. You can substitute cheeses or make the meatballs smaller for appetizers.