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Apple Chicken Meatballs with Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Apple Chicken Meatballs with Spiced Sweet Potatoes
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Discover the delightful combination of sweet and savory with these Apple Chicken Meatballs paired with Spiced Sweet Potatoes. This comforting dish is perfect for autumn gatherings or cozy family dinners, offering a unique twist that will impress everyone at the table. The juicy ground chicken meatballs are infused with fresh apples and aromatic spices, while the creamy sweet potatoes provide a deliciously spiced backdrop. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this recipe is not only satisfying but also ideal for meal prepping throughout the week. Enjoy this wholesome meal that brings warmth and joy to any occasion!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 of a Granny Smith apple, diced
  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 tb olive oil
  • 2 oz cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/2 c fine breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, finely diced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 Tsp salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper and cayenne to taste
  • 2 Tb butter
  • 2 Tb maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp each: cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Bake sweet potatoes on a baking sheet for 60-75 minutes until tender.
  3. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion and apple until softened; let cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, parsley, walnuts, ginger, salt, pepper, cayenne and cooled onion/apple mixture; mix well.
  5. Form into 14-16 meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet; bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Peel baked sweet potatoes and mash with butter, maple syrup, and spices until smooth.

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