"Light, moist, and seasoned with plenty of fresh herbs and crushed red pepper, these chicken and ricotta meatballs are bound to become a family favorite...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ground chicken
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¼ cup Italian parsley leaves, finely chopped
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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¾ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/3 cup fresh ricotta cheese
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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For the sauce:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ Spanish onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
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1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil, drained and chopped
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½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
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Salt
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For serving:
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Grated Pecorino Romano
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Fresh basil, sliced