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Herbed Chicken Meatball

Delicious Herbed Chicken Meatball Bowl for Healthy Meal Prep

This Herbed Chicken Meatball Bowl is a wholesome dinner featuring juicy meatballs and a nutritious quinoa salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can swap with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Substitute with cilantro or dill if desired.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Basil Thyme or oregano are good alternatives.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used for vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Substitute with fresh onion for texture.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Quinoa Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa Brown rice can be substituted.
  • 4 cups Mixed Greens Spinach or arugula can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can replace with seasonal veggies.
  • 1 cup Cucumber
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette Homemade versions are healthier.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Roll the meatball mixture into uniform balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then allow it to cool.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss.
  7. Assemble your bowl with a portion of quinoa salad and top with meatballs. Drizzle with more vinaigrette if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze meatballs for up to 3 months.

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