Creamy Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo

Creamy Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo

Creamy Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Spinach Alfredo is an indulgent and comforting dish that elevates the classic meatball recipe. Tender chicken meatballs, infused with ricotta cheese, are simmered in a rich and creamy spinach Alfredo sauce. It’s perfect for creamy pasta lovers!

This recipe is easy, versatile, and delicious served over pasta, zucchini noodles, or even as an appetizer. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Ricotta Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground chicken (dark meat preferred)
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or thawed frozen spinach)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)