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Paleo Turmeric Chicken Meatballs

Paleo Turmeric Chicken Meatballs

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Paleo Turmeric Chicken Meatballs. These easy-to-make meatballs are packed with spices and served with a creamy green tahini sauce. Perfect for a wholesome dinner or meal prep, they’ll satisfy your cravings while keeping things healthy. Make them tonight for a satisfying family meal!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Paleo
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound tricolor fingerling potatoes quartered
  • 1 unit white onion cut into large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound 94% lean ground chicken (can also use turkey)
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric McCormick
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin McCormick
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder McCormick
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 unit Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 unit egg
  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour packed
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons warm water to thin
  • 3 cups organic baby spinach

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Blender
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Add the tricolor fingerling potatoes, white onion, and garlic to the pan.
  4. Sprinkle with cumin and salt.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil or avocado oil.
  6. Use your hands to toss everything together.
  7. Spread out the veggies on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes.
  9. While the veggies bake, in a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ground turmeric, ground cumin, garlic powder, dijon mustard, parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper, egg, and coconut flour.
  10. Use your hands to mix until everything is well combined.
  11. After 20 minutes, stir the potatoes.
  12. Make room for the meatballs by pushing some potatoes to the side.
  13. Scoop the meatball mixture onto the baking sheet.
  14. Bake the meatballs for 18 to 23 minutes.
  15. While the meatballs bake, prepare the green tahini sauce by blending the tahini, salt, lemon juice, parsley, cilantro, and warm water.
  16. Blend for about 30 seconds or until smooth.
  17. To assemble, add baby spinach to the bottom of each bowl.
  18. Place the roasted potatoes on one side and the meatballs on the other.
  19. Spoon the tahini sauce over the top of the meatballs. Enjoy your meal!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: These meatballs freeze well! Store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
  • Pairing: Serve these meatballs with a side of steamed veggies or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Flavor Variations: Experiment with different herbs and spices based on your preference.
  • Meal Prep: Pre-cook a batch for quick meals throughout the week.