Description
A simple sheet pan dinner featuring flavorful Moroccan chicken meatballs roasted alongside tender carrots. This one-pan meal offers a taste of Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Form the chicken mixture into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- On a large baking sheet, toss the carrot pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer.
- Arrange the chicken meatballs on the same baking sheet among the carrots.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the meatball mixture.
- Serve with couscous or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper for your preferred level of spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean