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Herbed Chicken Meatball Bowl

Herbed Chicken Meatball Bowl: Nutritious & Customizable Delight

Enjoy a Herbed Chicken Meatball Bowl that is both nutritious and customizable, perfect for busy weeknights with varying dietary preferences.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can swap for oregano or dill.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped, can swap for oregano or dill.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 each Egg A flax egg or applesauce can be used for a vegan option.
For the Quinoa Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa Exchange with brown rice or farro for different texture.
  • 2 cups Mixed Greens Substitute with spinach or arugula.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette Ensure it’s labeled gluten-free if necessary.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roll the mixture into uniform balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then mix with greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and balsamic vinaigrette.
  6. Assemble by placing quinoa salad in bowls and topping it with baked meatballs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Customize the recipe by substituting proteins or veggies as desired. Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender.

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