CHICKEN-AND-RICOTTA MEATBALLS IN BROTH

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Comforting and nourishing, this twist on a classic homemade staple is a light yet filling meal that everyone in the family will love.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground white-meat chicken
2 cups part-skim ricotta
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
Ground nutmeg
8 cups (64 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth
1 lemon, zest peeled off in wide strips, plus lemon slices for serving
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bag (6 ounces) baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix chicken with ricotta, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pinch of nutmeg until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, combine broth, lemon zest, and thyme and bring to a simmer. Using a spring-loaded 1/4-cup ice-cream scoop or two large spoons, drop meatball mixture into broth (you should have 18 meatballs). Simmer gently until meatballs float and are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes. Just before serving, add spinach to broth and let wilt; garnish soup with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g

Mr Rocky khan0786
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I would definitely make these meatballs again.


Silvia Rosario
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These meatballs were a great way to use up leftover chicken. They were easy to make and they tasted great.


Epeli Saukuru
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The ricotta cheese made them so moist and tender.


Raheel Ibadat
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These meatballs were perfect for a weeknight meal. They were easy to make and they were a hit with my kids.


Yousuf Pada
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a big hit. Everyone loved them!


Ms wazid 091
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These meatballs were a little time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were so flavorful and moist.


Sarah Gibson
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken and these meatballs were a great find. They were easy to make and they were a hit with my family.


Asad Pathan
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These meatballs were a great way to use up leftover chicken. They were so easy to make and they tasted great.


Cameron Clinebell
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I loved the flavor of these meatballs. The ricotta cheese made them so moist and tender.


Mohamed Rikaz
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These meatballs were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


Adnan Ch
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The broth was a little too salty for my taste. I would use less salt next time.


Channel 77
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The meatballs were too dry. I think I would add more ricotta cheese next time.


Colton Goings
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These meatballs were a little bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.


San Naumiec
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a party.


Jillian Howley
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These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I served them with a side of pasta and they were a hit.


Asif Zoray
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I'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, but I loved these meatballs! The chicken and ricotta combination was surprisingly delicious.


Bishal Sarki
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These meatballs were a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and the meatballs were moist and tender. I will definitely be making these again.