Description

These Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach are tender, flavorful, and irresistibly juicy! Made with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and a touch of Parmesan, they bake to golden perfection before being smothered in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these meatballs bring bold Italian flavors to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground chicken
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 jar marinara sauce (about 24 ounces)
Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix until well incorporated.
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
While the meatballs bake, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
Once the meatballs are done, serve them warm with the marinara sauce, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the meatballs for 2-3 minutes after baking.
Want more flavor? Add red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning to the mix.
Serving idea: Pair with pasta, crusty bread, or a fresh side salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 4-5 meatballs
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 110mg

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