Ingredients
Ingredients (with emojis):
For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg Salt & pepper to taste
For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce:
2 tbsp butter 2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups baby spinach
1 cup heavy cream or half & half 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Make the Meatballs:
In a large bowl, mix all meatball ingredients.
Form into 1.5-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 mins, or until cooked through and golden.
Make the Sauce:
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 min.
Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Pour in cream and simmer for 3–4 mins.
Stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Cook until sauce thickens slightly.
Add cooked meatballs to the skillet and coat with sauce. Serve over pasta, rice, or on its own with extra Parmesan on top!
Prep time: 15 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: ~430 per servinglls with spinash alfredo sauce