Description
Asian Chicken Meatballs are a delicious blend of savory and sweet flavors, made with ground chicken, fresh ginger, and garlic. These tender meatballs are perfect for any occasion, whether served over rice, in a stir-fry, or as a delightful appetizer. With their beautiful golden-brown crust and mouthwatering sauce, they're sure to impress your family and friends, making mealtime feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, ginger, garlic, green onions, panko breadcrumbs, and egg until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil until simmering.
- Drizzle the sauce over the meatballs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in finely chopped bell peppers or carrots into the meatball mixture. For a vegetarian alternative, substitute ground chicken with firm tofu or tempeh. These meatballs can be frozen for up to three months; simply thaw overnight before cooking.