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Baked chicken ricotta meatballs served on a plate with herbs and marinara sauce

Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs

These creamy and savory Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs are oven-baked to perfection, making them a family-friendly, budget-friendly dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for drizzling For added flavor and golden finish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve as an appetizer or over pasta with a cream sauce if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, mix everything the night before to let the flavors meld beautifully. You can substitute different types of meat or add spices like red pepper flakes for extra heat.