Recipes
Chicken Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Brown Rice
Uses: ground chicken, tomato sauce, brown rice, zucchini
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces ground chicken
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 3/4 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup diced zucchini
- 1 teaspoon oil
- Oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper
- Small amount of salt
Instructions:
- Season the ground chicken with oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and a small amount of salt. Mix gently and form into 4 to 5 small meatballs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on several sides, turning carefully.
- Add tomato sauce, zucchini, and 2 tablespoons water. Cover and simmer gently until the meatballs are fully cooked to at least 165°F and the zucchini is tender.
- Serve the chicken meatballs and sauce over warm brown rice.
Good for: A comforting, family-friendly dinner with tender chicken meatballs and an easy tomato sauce.
Optional: Add a spoonful of sour cream to the sauce after removing the pan from the heat for a creamy variation.