Description
Succulent Asian chicken meatballs dance with bold flavors, combining tender ground chicken and zesty seasonings. Delicate spices and a glossy glaze make this dish a perfect centerpiece for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, promising a delightful culinary experience you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare an oven-safe tray with parchment paper and heat the oven to 400F (200C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Blend ground chicken with finely minced ginger, crushed garlic, chopped green onions, panko breadcrumbs, and whisked egg in a spacious mixing bowl until ingredients form a cohesive mixture.
- Craft uniform meatballs using gentle rolling techniques, ensuring each sphere is approximately golf ball size for consistent cooking.
- Arrange meatballs evenly on prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight separation to promote even heat circulation.
- Roast in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until exterior turns golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165F for food safety.
- While meatballs cook, create a glossy glaze by combining soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until ingredients meld and slightly thicken.
- Once meatballs complete cooking, remove from oven and generously drizzle with prepared sauce, ensuring each meatball receives an even coating for maximum flavor absorption.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional chopped green onions for fresh visual appeal and complementary taste.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed rice crackers to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Moisture Magic: Add a splash of chicken broth or grated zucchini to prevent dry meatballs and ensure a juicy, tender texture.
- Spice Level Control: Customize heat by incorporating sriracha, red pepper flakes, or finely chopped chili peppers directly into the meat mixture for those who enjoy extra kick.
- Make-Ahead Strategy: Prepare meatballs in advance and freeze uncooked; they’ll maintain perfect shape and flavor when baked straight from frozen state, saving precious cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg