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Greek Chicken Meatball Bowls: A Flavorful Delight Awaits!

A delicious and healthy Greek Chicken Meatball Bowl featuring flavorful meatballs served over a bed of quinoa or rice with fresh vegetables and tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the quinoa or rice according to package instructions.
  6. In a serving bowl, layer the cooked quinoa or rice, followed by the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, place them on top of the salad mixture and drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, substitute quinoa or rice with cauliflower rice.
  • Add a variety of roasted vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini, to the bowl for extra flavor and nutrition.

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