Italian Chicken Meatballs with Herbed Ricotta
Italian Chicken Meatballs with Herbed Ricotta are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. These tender and flavorful meatballs are made with lean ground chicken, seasoned to perfection, and complemented by a creamy herbed ricotta topping. Whether served over pasta, in a sub sandwich, or alongside a fresh salad, this versatile dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. Simple to prepare and packed with flavor, these meatballs will quickly become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup shredded parmesan
- ½ white onion, diced
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg
- Italian seasoning and spices for flavoring
- 1 cup ricotta for the herbed topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Prepare an oven-safe skillet or baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with minced garlic and herbs; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, parmesan cheese, onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg, and spices. Gently mix until combined and form into meatballs.
- Spread marinara sauce in the prepared dish. Place meatballs on top and add dollops of herbed ricotta. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with fresh basil as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg