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Ingredients
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- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh mint, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cauliflower rice or brown rice (for serving)
- Cucumber (for garnish)
- Tomato (for garnish)
- Red onion (for garnish)
- Tzatziki sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients gently without over-mixing.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 20 total.
- Place meatballs on the baking sheet, spaced evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- Prepare cauliflower or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Chop cucumber, tomato, and red onion for garnish.
- Prepare or purchase tzatziki sauce for serving.
- Serve meatballs over rice and garnish with fresh vegetables and tzatziki.
Notes
Use fresh ground chicken for optimal flavor.
Avoid over-mixing the meatball mixture for tenderness.
Experiment with herbs or spices to customize.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90