Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs
Delightful meatballs made with ground chicken and ricotta cheese, packed with flavor and easy to make.
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- to taste Olive oil spray For spraying meatballs
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, egg, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the meatballs with olive oil.
Cooking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serving
- Serve with pasta, in subs, or as an appetizer.
Notes
These meatballs are versatile and can be served over spaghetti, with salad, garlic bread, rice, or sautéed vegetables. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender. Use a cookie scoop for even sizes.