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Asian Chicken Meatballs Recipe

Asian-inspired ginger and ground chicken meatballs are baked in the oven then covered in a sticky honey and sesame glaze. They'll be on the table in 30 minutes!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 349 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ½ 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
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Glaze:
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic grated or minced
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch + 2 teaspoons water

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients for the meatballs in a large bowl.
  3. Form the mixture into 24-30 meatballs and arrange on a large baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are slightly browned on the outside and cooked through (165°F internally).
  5. While the meatballs are baking, whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small saucepan.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking until the sauce begins to thicken. Reduce heat to low and continue to whisk occasionally until the meatballs are ready.
  7. Pour the glaze over the meatballs on the baking sheet and toss to coat.
  8. Serve meatballs as an appetizer or with rice and a vegetable.

Notes

  • Storage: Store Asian chicken meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Ensure that the ingredients for the meatballs are really well combined. I prefer to mix everything with my hands to ensure everything is mixed thoroughly.
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment so that the don't stick. It also makes clean up a breeze.
  • Roll the balls into even shapes and sizes so that they cook evenly. You can use a small cookie scoop to get uniformed sizes.
  • If you prefer, you can also cook the meatballs in a skillet on the stovetop. Add a little oil to a medium hot pan and cook for around 12 minutes while turning occasionally.

Nutrition Information

Serving 6meatballs Calories 349kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 144mg (48%) Sodium 1349mg (56%) Potassium 756mg (22%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 118IU (2%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 349

% Daily Value*

Serving 6meatballs
Calories 349kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 144mg 48%
Sodium 1349mg 56%
Potassium 756mg 16%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 118IU 2%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.