Description
Tender, juicy, and full of flavor — these Baked Chicken Ricotta Meatballs are the perfect comfort food for any day of the week. Made with ground chicken, creamy ricotta, fresh herbs, and Parmesan, they deliver a rich and savory experience in every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, easy meal prep solution, or a cozy food idea for guests, this easy recipe checks all the boxes. Ideal for anyone who loves delicious dinner ideas without the fuss — bake a batch and serve with pasta, creamy polenta, or roasted veggies.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing or drizzling)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease with olive oil.
2. In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, ricotta, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, herbs, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
3. Gently combine using clean hands or a large spoon until evenly mixed — don’t overwork.
4. Shape into 1.5-inch meatballs using a cookie scoop or hands. Makes about 18–20 meatballs.
5. Place meatballs on the baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
6. Lightly brush or drizzle olive oil over the tops.
7. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
8. Let rest for a few minutes before serving with your favorite sauce or side.
Notes
Strain your ricotta if it’s watery to avoid soggy meatballs.
Use a cookie scoop for even-sized meatballs and consistent cooking.
Broil for the last 2–3 minutes if you want extra browning on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 75
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