Description
Coconut Chicken Meatballs are a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and comforting home cooking. These tender meatballs, made with lean ground chicken and creamy coconut milk, are seasoned with fresh ginger and cilantro, creating a unique dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Drizzled with sweet chili sauce, they offer a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve them alongside rice or salad for a complete meal that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 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, combine ground chicken, coconut milk, breadcrumbs, ginger, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- While baking, warm the sweet chili sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Serve hot drizzled with sweet chili sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to maintain tenderness. For added spice, incorporate red pepper flakes into the mix. Experiment with herbs by substituting cilantro with basil or mint.