Description
Tender chicken meatballs made with ricotta cheese for a juicy texture, perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs like parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Mix until well combined, then form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite sauce.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake instead of frying. Pair with marinara sauce and pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 25g