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Chicken Ricotta Meatballs In Spinach Alfredo Sauce

Chicken Ricotta Meatballs In Spinach Alfredo Sauce: How to Make a Delicious Italian-Inspired Dish


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Alfredo meatballs served over perfectly cooked pasta, combining rich flavors and comforting textures in a classic Italian-inspired dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Fettuccine pasta

Instructions

  1. Mix ground beef, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Form mixture into 12-16 meatballs.
  3. Pan-fry meatballs until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a separate pan, make Alfredo sauce by melting butter, adding cream and broth.
  5. Simmer sauce until thickened, then add meatballs.
  6. Serve over cooked fettuccine pasta.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overwork the meat mixture when forming meatballs.
  • Cook meatballs until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
  • For extra flavor, add fresh herbs to the sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450

Keywords: comfort food, Italian cuisine, pasta dinner, weeknight meal, meatball recipe