{"id":12816,"date":"2025-09-15T22:18:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T22:18:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dejunair.com\/?p=12816"},"modified":"2025-09-15T22:18:47","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T22:18:47","slug":"chicken-ricotta-meatballs-with-spinach-alfredo-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dejunair.com\/?p=12816","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ingredients: For the Meatballs:1 lb ground chicken\u00bd cup breadcrumbs1 egg1 tbsp Italian seasoningSalt and pepper, to tasteFor the Spinach Alfredo Sauce:2 tbsp butter3 cloves garlic, minced2 cups fresh spinach1 cup heavy cream\u00be cup grated Parmesan cheese\u00bd cup ricotta cheeseTo Serve:Cooked pasta of your choice  Instructions:Instructions: Prepare the Meatballs: Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just incorporated. Form into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0F (74\u00b0C).Make the Spinach Alfredo Sauce: While the meatballs bake, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saut\u00e9 for about 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, stir in Parmesan and ricotta cheeses until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.Combine and Serve: Transfer cooked meatballs to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat. Serve over your favorite cooked pasta. 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