Description
Coconut Chicken Meatballs deliver a delightful blend of tender chicken and creamy coconut, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, these meatballs can be served as an appetizer or main course, paired with various sauces or sides. In just 30 minutes, you’ll impress your family and friends with this flavorful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, ginger, salt, pepper, and half of the coconut milk until combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F).
- While baking, warm the remaining coconut milk with sweet chili sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
- Serve meatballs drizzled with the warm sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg