Chicken Ricotta Meatballs with Swiss Chard Alfredo Sauce

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CHICKEN RICOTTA MEATBALLS WITH SWISS CHARD ALFREDO SAUCE Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground chicken

• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 egg

• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

For the Spinach Alfredo Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 cups fresh Swiss Chard, chopped • Salt and pepper to taste

Additional: Cooked pasta, for serving Instructions

Preheat Oven:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Make Meatballs:

In a bowl, mix ground chicken, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Form into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake Meatballs:

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden.

Prepare Sauce:

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Finish Sauce:

Add chopped swiss chard to the sauce, season with salt and pepper, and cook until swiss chard is wilted.

Serve:

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