Herb Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

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Herb Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatballs 1767846932.1599755

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  • Author: Brooke Ellis
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: General
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Description

These Herb Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Meatballs offer a fun twist on a classic Italian dish, combining savory chicken, creamy ricotta, and fragrant herbs into tender, juicy meatballs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or gathering, they deliver all the comforting flavors you love in a shareable format.

Ingredients

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  • 500g (1.1lb) Ground Chicken, choose a reputable brand
  • 1 tsp (5g) Salt, fine sea salt recommended
  • ½ tsp (2.5g) Black Pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ tsp (2.5g) Garlic Powder, pure garlic powder
  • 1 tsp (2g) Dried Oregano
  • 100g (¾ cup) Breadcrumbs, panko for coarser texture
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 30ml (2 Tbsp) Milk, whole or 2%
  • 150g (5.3oz) Ricotta Cheese, full-fat
  • 2 Tbsp (8g) Parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp (4g) Basil, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp (2g) Lemon Zest
  • 100g (1 cup) Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • 400ml (1 ¾ cup) Marinara Sauce, no wine or pork
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil (for searing)
  • 1 Clove Garlic, minced (for garnish oil)
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil (for garnish oil)
  • ½ cup (≈12g) Basil Leaves, torn, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix Chicken Base: Combine ground chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, breadcrumbs, egg, and milk.
  2. Make Ricotta Filling: Stir together ricotta, parsley, basil, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Stuff & Form Meatballs: Divide chicken mixture, flatten, fill with ricotta, and seal into meatballs.
  4. Sear Meatballs: Sear meatballs in olive oil until golden brown on all sides.
  5. Bake Meatballs: Bake meatballs coated in marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese until cooked through.
  6. Make Basil-Garlic Oil: Blend olive oil, garlic, and basil until fragrant.
  7. Garnish & Serve: Drizzle meatballs with basil-garlic oil and garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

For halal preparation, ensure all ingredients (chicken, ricotta, Parmesan, marinara) are halal-certified or use microbial rennet.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Italian
  • Method: Baking, Searing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 meatballs
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

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