Thai Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe
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Thai Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe
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These baked Thai chicken meatballs with sweet chili sauce come together in just 30 minutes for a quick appetizer or meal.Expanded step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
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Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce see note
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For the Sweet Chili Sauce:
- ½ cup Sweet chili sauce
- 1 lime juiced
- 1-2 tablespoons water as needed to thin the sauce
For Garnish (Optional):
- sliced green onion
- cilantro
- sesame seeds
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Instructions
For the Meatballs:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced cilantro, grated garlic, and grated ginger to a large bowl. Gently mix until well combined.
- Drizzle the sesame oil over the prepared baking sheet and rub it over the pan with your hands (coating your hands with oil will prevent the chicken from sticking).
- Portion the chicken into golf ball sized portions (about 1½ tablespoons) and roll them into smooth balls. Place the meatballs at least 1 inch apart on the oiled baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature registers 165°F.
For the Sweet Chili Sauce:
- Add the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of water to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
- If the sauce is not thin and pourable, add another tablespoon of water.
- Add the hot chicken meatballs to the sauce and toss to combine.
- Enjoy garnished with green onion, cilantro, or sesame seeds, if desired.
- To make this a meal, serve it over rice with your favorite vegetables on the side.
Notes
- Storage: Store Thai chicken meatballs with sweet chili sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Soy Sauce: Use an equal amount of tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free alternative.
- Add Parmesan cheese into the chicken mixture, if desired.
- Add chopped veggies into the chicken mixture to get in extra veggies!
- Try a different sauce to add to the meatballs and toss them in, such as sriracha, sweet sesame sauce, teriyaki sauce, or hoisin sauce.
- Feel free to leave out the cilantro if you don't like it, or use parsley instead.
- For crispier meatballs, bake for an extra 5-10 minutes, or place them under the broiler for a few minutes after baking.
- These meatballs are great on their own served with dipping sauce as a game-day appetizer.
- Chop them up and add them to a rice bowl, salad, or sweet and spicy noodles for a hearty meal.
- Use them as a pizza topping for a sweet and spicy kick!
- Fill sub rolls with a few meatballs, some fresh or pickled veggies, and more sweet chili sauce for delicious sandwiches.
- Nutritional information does not include optional ingredients.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
360kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
33g
(11%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
138mg
(46%)
Sodium
742mg
(31%)
Potassium
673mg
(19%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
21g
(42%)
Vitamin A
75IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
49mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 742mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 673mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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