Description
A bright, friendly twist on a weeknight classic, these Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs are sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy, baked for an easy and lighter meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons honey (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce (for sauce)
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon chili sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3. Form the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
- 5. In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon chili sauce. Heat until the honey dissolves.
- 6. Pour the warm sauce over the meatballs and toss gently to coat.
- 7. Serve hot with steamed rice, cucumber slices, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.