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Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs

Delicious Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs for a Quick Dinner

Try these Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs that combine comfort food and exotic flavors in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground chicken a lean protein base
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions minced
  • 1 large Egg binds the ingredients together
  • 1 tablespoon Lime zest brings a bright note
  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs provides a light texture
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro adds herbal freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Grated lemongrass imparts aromatic quality
  • 1 tablespoon Grated ginger adds a spicy kick
  • 2 cloves Grated garlic deepens flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt enhances all flavors
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup Sweet chili sauce adds a glossy finish

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8x8 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced green onions, egg, lime zest, panko breadcrumbs, cilantro, grated lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and kosher salt.
  3. Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a meatball, placing it into the baking dish.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the oven for 10 minutes.
  5. After 10 minutes, brush the meatballs with sweet chili sauce.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Remove from oven, let rest, and serve with extra sweet chili sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Keep meatballs moist by not overmixing. Use uniform size for even cooking. Check for doneness a minute early. Customize sauce for spice if desired. Can prep in advance for convenience.

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