Coconut Chicken Meatballs
Indulge in the tropical delight of Coconut Chicken Meatballs, where tender ground chicken meets creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices. These savory-sweet meatballs are bursting with flavor, making them perfect for any occasion—be it a dinner party or a cozy weeknight meal. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, they are sure to become a favorite in your culinary lineup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and half of the coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Shape the mixture into approximately 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce by combining remaining coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice in a saucepan over medium heat; stir until warmed through.
- Serve meatballs drizzled with the coconut sauce and garnish with additional green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg