Chicken Meatball Noodle Bowl

By courtneyepowell

Ingredients

• 4 ounces thin rice noodles
• 12 ounces ground chicken
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 red Fresno chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 3 cups shredded leaf lettuce
• 1/2 cup finely shredded carrot
• Fresh cilantro, sliced Fresno peppers, lime wedges, and/or sliced green onions (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside.

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine ground chicken, ginger, cilantro, and salt. Shape into 16 meatballs.

3. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. of the coconut oil over medium heat. Add meatballs. Cook, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes or until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.Transfer meatballs to a plate. Turn off heat.

4. Add the remaining 2 Tbsp. coconut oil and chili pepper to the still-warm pan. Stir in vinegar, honey, and lime juice; set aside.

5. Divide lettuce, noodles, and carrots among bowls. Top with meatballs, and drizzle with pan sauce.