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Lunch: Chicken Meatball Sliders with Mozzarella and Wilted Spinach

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Mini chicken meatball subs? Get out.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon, Spinach

Health benefits of Chicken Meatball Sliders with Mozzarella and Wilted Spinach

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. ground chicken
1 egg
1 Garlic clove, minced
Sea salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 tsp. fennel seeds, ground
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs
1/4 c. finely chopped parsley
2 c. good-quality marinara sauce
12 oz. baby spinach
Juice of 1/2 lemon
8 slices mozzarella (from 8 oz. ball)
8 slider buns, heated

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F and oil a small metal baking dish.
In medium bowl, using your hands, combine chicken, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, fennel seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, breadcrumbs, and parsley until combined.
Divide mixture into 8 meatballs (use an ice cream scoop for a perfect shape) and place close together in baking dish. Bake 12 minutes.
Pour sauce over meatballs, then return to oven for 3 minutes more, until sauce is heated through, and meatballs register an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Heat broiler.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté spinach until just-wilted, 2 minutes. Season with lemon juice and salt and pepper.
Top each meatball with mozzarella and place under broiler 1 to 2 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Make sliders by topping meatballs on buns and topping with sautéed spinach.

Chicken Meatball Sliders with Mozzarella and Wilted Spinach

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4

Amount Per ONE Serving
Calories 0 kcal
Fat 0 g
Carbohydrate 0 g
Protein 0 g

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