Description
These Cheesy Spinach Chicken Meatballs are packed with juicy ground chicken, fresh spinach, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect as a main dish, appetizer, or even meal prep, these meatballs are baked to golden perfection and smothered in a delicious cheese sauce!
Ingredients
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For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Meatballs – In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, chopped spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until combined.
- Form and Bake – Roll the mixture into meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Cheese Sauce – In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in heavy cream, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Serve – Pour the cheese sauce over the baked meatballs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for chicken if desired.
- Add extra spices like smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
- Serve with pasta, zucchini noodles, or as an appetizer with toothpicks.
