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Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas, Sweet Potatoes, and Chicken Meatball Bowls with Yogurt Jalapeño Dressing

A delightful dinner solution combining protein, carbs, and fiber in one easy-to-make bowl featuring crispy Parmesan-roasted chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and flavorful chicken meatballs topped with a refreshing yogurt jalapeño dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas and Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
For the Chicken Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Yogurt Jalapeño Dressing
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 large jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped more if you like the heat!
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste Salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Roasting
  1. On a lined baking sheet, toss your cubed sweet potatoes and drained chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for about 25-30 minutes or until everything is golden brown.
Making Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, combine your ground chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, egg, onion powder, and some salt and pepper. Mix until combined and form the mixture into small meatballs.
Baking Meatballs
  1. Once the chickpeas and sweet potatoes are cooked, pop the chicken meatballs in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, finely chopped jalapeño, lime juice, and a sprinkle of salt.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Start with a base of sweet potatoes and chickpeas, top with the chicken meatballs, and drizzle the yogurt jalapeño dressing over the top.

Notes

If your meatballs tend to fall apart, add a little extra breadcrumb. Dried chickpeas you soaked overnight can also be used. Add cinnamon to sweet potatoes for extra flavor.