Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Chicken Meatball Pita Bowls with Seasoned Fries and Feta—an ideal choice for a quick, healthy weeknight meal. This dish features succulent chicken meatballs nestled in warm pita bread, accompanied by crispy seasoned fries and a luscious avocado sauce. Each bite is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its customizable nature, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 russet potatoes, cut into ¼-inch-thick matchsticks
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Flaky sea salt
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped or grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 4 fresh pitas or naan, warmed
- Lettuce, herbs, and feta, for serving
- 1 large avocado, halved
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1 jalapeño, seeded if desired
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss russet potatoes with olive oil and salt on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, shallot, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs.
- Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until cooked through.
- For the avocado sauce, blend avocado, Greek yogurt, basil, jalapeño (optional), and lemon juice until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with warm pita or naan topped with lettuce, feta cheese, seasoned fries, and meatballs drizzled with avocado sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg