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Apple Chicken Meatballs with Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Apple Chicken Meatballs with Spiced Sweet Potatoes
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Experience the delightful combination of sweet and savory with our Apple Chicken Meatballs paired with Spiced Sweet Potatoes. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. The ground chicken meatballs are infused with apples and spices, creating a unique flavor profile that will impress everyone at the table. Accompanied by creamy spiced sweet potatoes, this meal not only pleases the palate but also packs a nutritious punch. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. Treat your loved ones to this autumn-inspired recipe that is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 of a yellow onion, diced
  • 1/2 of a Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 oz cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, finely diced
  • 1 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Cayenne to taste
  • 2 large or 3 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp each: cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and nutmeg
  • Salt to taste
  • Cayenne to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake sweet potatoes for 60–75 minutes until tender.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and apple, season with salt, and sauté until softened. Deglaze with soy sauce and let cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, parsley, walnuts, ginger, salt, pepper, cayenne, and the cooled onion/apple mixture. Mix until just combined.
  4. Form into 2-inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Once sweet potatoes are done baking, peel them and mash with butter, maple syrup, and spices until smooth.
  6. Serve meatballs alongside the spiced sweet potatoes and enjoy!

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