Baked Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Potato and Spinach Recipe
These healthy meatballs are a perfect meal, complete with healthy complex carbs and vegetable. Serve with a salad and dinner is done!
Ingredients
- ½ cup cooked sweet potato*
- 1 small yellow onion, grated
- ¼ cup frozen spinach, defrosted and
- excess water squeezed out**
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2-3 tbsp flax seed meal
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 454 g/1 lb ground chicken
- *I cook the sweet potato in the
- microwave. Poke a few holes in the sweet
- potato and microwave it on high for 5
- minutes. It should be fork tender; if it is
- not, flip it and put it back for a couple of
- minutes.
- **Measure about 1 cup loose frozen
- spinach, defrost it and then squeeze out
- all excess water. You will be left with
- about ¼ cup.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400˚F, lightly oil spray a 9x13 inch Pyrex dish.
- 2
Mix together cooked sweet potato, grated onion, spinach, garlic, flax meal and salt in a medium-sized bowl.
- 3
Add ground chicken and knead until the mixture is uniform.
- 4
Shape into 12 balls.
- 5
Place in oiled Pyrex and cook for 15 minutes, remove from oven, flip to second side and cook for another 15 minutes.
- 6
Serve drizzled with Goin’ Green Tahini, Delicious Dish. Makes 12 meatballs, serves 3-4.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Chicken and turkey reheat well in the oven at 325°F to keep the meat moist.
- Can I Freeze This?
- Absolutely. Cool completely and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Cooking Tip
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure poultry reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking for juicier results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Baked Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Potato and Spinach?
This Baked Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Potato and Spinach recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 18 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
Can I make this baked chicken meatballs with sweet potato and spinach ahead of time?
Yes! This recipe stores well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.