Moroccan Spiced Chicken Meatball Stew Recipe

Name: Moroccan Spiced Chicken Meatball Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground chicken; 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons grated onion; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 egg, whisked; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper; 1/4 cup chopped celery; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup chopped carrot; 1 juice from lemon; 28 ounces crushed tomatoe; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup sliced black olives; 1 lemon, cut into slices; 1 bag of egg noodles, cooked according to package directions

Servings: persons

1 pound ground chicken
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons grated onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg, whisked
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 juice from lemon
28 ounces crushed tomatoe
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1 lemon, cut into slices
1 bag of egg noodles, cooked according to package directions

1
In a large bowl, combine chicken, grated onion, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, 1 garlic clove, and egg. Using a cookie scoop, form into meatballs.
2
Bake on an aluminum foil lined cookie sheet at 425 degrees for 15 minutes.
3
While meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauce pan. Saute onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, and carrots until onion is translucent.
4
Deglaze pan with lemon juice.
5
Add spices and crushed tomatoes. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat.
6
Add meatballs, black olives, and lemon slices. Continue simmering over low heat for 20 minutes.
7
Serve over cooked egg noodles

571

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground chicken, 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons grated onion, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Spiced Chicken Meatball Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moroccan Spiced Chicken Meatball Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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