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Thai Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe

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.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 360 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

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

Instructions

For the Meatballs:
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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. 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).
  4. 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.
  5. Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature registers 165°F.
For the Sweet Chili Sauce:
  1. Add the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of water to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
  2. If the sauce is not thin and pourable, add another tablespoon of water.
  3. Add the hot chicken meatballs to the sauce and toss to combine.
  4. Enjoy garnished with green onion, cilantro, or sesame seeds, if desired.
  5. 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

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

% 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.