Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs
These succulent chicken meatballs are drizzled with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, making for a delightful and irresistible dish.
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 lb Ground Chicken Lean protein for tender texture.
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs Adds crunch.
- 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic Infuses meatballs with garlic flavor.
- 1/2 cup Grated Onion Adds moisture and sweetness.
- 1 tsp Salt For flavor enhancement.
- 1/2 tsp Pepper Adds a hint of heat.
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For a refreshing note.
For the honey garlic sauce
- 1/2 cup Honey Main sweet ingredient.
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Provides umami flavor.
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic Double the garlic for extra flavor.
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Adds tanginess.
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch Slurry For thickening the sauce.
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Nutty flavor and crunch.
- 2 tbsp Sliced Green Onions For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently using your hands.
- Form the mixture into meatballs (1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).
- Place them on a lined baking sheet, ensuring they have space.
Cooking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic for the sauce, and rice vinegar. Heat until bubbling.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Toss baked meatballs in the warm sauce until fully coated.
- Serve garnished with parsley, sesame seeds, and green onions.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute ground chicken with ground turkey or chickpeas. Make sure not to overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender.