Low-Carb Chicken Meatball Bowls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground chicken
02 - 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
05 - 1 tsp paprika
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
08 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
09 - Salt and black pepper to taste
10 - 3 tbsp butter, divided
11 - 1/2 fresh lemon, juiced
12 - 1/2 cup chicken stock
13 - 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce

→ Cauliflower Rice

14 - 2 medium cauliflower heads, grated into rice

→ Garnish

15 - Chopped parsley
16 - Lemon slices

# Instructions:

01 - Grate the cauliflower heads or pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains. Spread the cauliflower rice on a large plate, add 1 cup of water, and microwave on the highest setting for 5-7 minutes to steam it. Alternatively, steam cauliflower florets first, then pulse in a food processor.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated.
03 - Shape the mixture into 12 meatballs of equal size. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through. While cooking, baste the meatballs with the butter from the pan to ensure even cooking.
04 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Squeeze in the lemon juice, pour in the chicken stock and Sriracha sauce. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring regularly, until the sauce reduces slightly.
05 - Divide the cauliflower rice equally among 4 meal prep containers. Place 3 chicken meatballs on top of each portion of rice. Pour the sauce evenly over the meatballs and cauliflower rice. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.
06 - Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave before eating.

# Notes:

01 - These meal prep bowls are low-carb, high-protein, and gluten-free.
02 - Each bowl contains approximately 400 calories.
03 - You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes and Sriracha sauce.

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