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Asian Chicken Meatballs Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Bake, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Description

 These Asian Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful and versatile dish that’s perfect for an appetizer or a main course! Tender ground chicken meatballs are baked until golden brown and then coated in a sweet and savory Asian-inspired glaze.


Ingredients

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  • For the Meatballs:

    • 1 pound ground chicken
    • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
    • 4 green onions, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • For the Glaze:

    • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 clove garlic, grated or minced
    • 1/4 cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
    • 2 teaspoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Make Meatballs: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix thoroughly. Shape the mixture into 24-30 meatballs and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake Meatballs: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  3. Make Glaze: While meatballs bake, whisk together glaze ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, whisking until thickened. Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally.
  4. Glaze and Serve: Pour glaze over meatballs and toss to coat. Serve as an appetizer or with rice and vegetables.

Notes

  • For best results, mix the meatball ingredients with your hands to ensure they are well combined.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform meatballs that cook evenly.
  • You can cook the meatballs in a skillet on the stovetop with a little oil instead of baking them.
  • For a thicker glaze, add more cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water).

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8 meatballs
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg