Chicken meatballs in tomato sauce are a simple yet delicious main course: flavorful and tender thanks to the addition of ricotta inside the meatballs, making them perfect for a tasty dinner!
4 people
1
Mix the ground chicken with salt, pepper, torn basil leaves, egg, 2 tablespoons of ricotta, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Combine well.
2
Heat 30 g of extra virgin olive oil in a pan and brown the meatballs on both sides for a few minutes. Use a spoon to shape them. Remove from heat and transfer to a plate.
3
Wash, clean, and dice the zucchini, onion, and bell pepper.
4
Pour 30 g of extra virgin olive oil into an ovenproof pan. Add the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes. Add the Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes, salt, pepper, half a glass of water, and basil leaves. Stir and cook for 7 minutes.
5
Add the chicken meatballs and spoonfuls of the remaining ricotta. Sprinkle with a tablespoon of Parmesan and bake in a ventilated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.
Baked chicken meatballs are the perfect choice for those looking for a flavorful and versatile dish. Meatballs are a classic of international cuisine that can be adapted in countless ways, enriched with different ingredients such as aromatic herbs, spices, or vegetables. Baked chicken meatballs are ideal for light yet satisfying meals, perfect for those who want to stay in shape without sacrificing taste.
Just as a painting needs a background that enhances and highlights its subject, meatballs are best enjoyed when immersed in a rich sauce. Mutti Finely Chopped Tomatoes provides the perfect setting: with its natural freshness, it delicately wraps the meatballs in a balanced flavor, enhancing every bite without overpowering the taste of the meat. By adding vegetables to the sauce, the dish becomes a complete meal. All you need is some good bread, and dinner is served!
A symbol of conviviality and culinary creativity, meatballs are a cornerstone of Italian cuisine. Their history dates back to the medieval period, when ground meat recipes were common across Europe. In Italy, this dish has evolved over time, becoming a true icon of home cooking. Preparing meatballs is a tradition that brings generations together, with family recipes passed down through the years and local variations that tell the story and culture of each Italian region.
