Herby Chicken Meatball Bowl (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon each: salt, garlic powder, onion powder, herbs de province
04 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

05 - 1 large sweet potato
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon each: salt, cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon cumin

→ Herby Chicken Meatballs

09 - 1 pound ground chicken
10 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
11 - 1 egg
12 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
13 - 1 shallot, finely chopped
14 - 2 green onions, finely chopped
15 - Fresh herbs: 1/2 cup cilantro, 1/4 cup dill
16 - Zest of 1 lemon
17 - 1/2 teaspoon each: salt, pepper
18 - 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking

→ Yogurt Jalapeño Dressing

19 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
20 - Fresh herbs: 1 cup basil, 1/2 cup dill
21 - Juice of 1 lemon
22 - 1 tablespoon each: olive oil, honey
23 - 1 jalapeño, seeded
24 - 2 garlic cloves
25 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

26 - 4 cups fresh kale

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 400°F. Drain and dry chickpeas, then toss with oil, seasonings, and parmesan on a baking sheet
02 - Bake chickpeas for 15 minutes until crispy
03 - Cut sweet potato into bite-sized pieces, toss with oil and seasonings on a baking sheet
04 - Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and starting to brown
05 - Mix all meatball ingredients except oil. Shape into cylinders using about 2 tablespoons mixture each
06 - Brown meatballs in oil over medium-high heat, 3-4 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F
07 - Blend all dressing ingredients until smooth
08 - Divide kale, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and meatballs between bowls. Top with dressing

# Notes:

01 - Meatballs can be shaped into cylinders for more browning surface
02 - Make sure chickpeas are well dried for maximum crispiness