Description
Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs are a delightful fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Juicy ground chicken is combined with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk, creating tender meatballs simmered in a rich curry sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is not only easy to make but also visually stunning. Serve these flavorful meatballs over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic, ginger, curry powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, cilantro, and green onions until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs (1-2 inches) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, simmer coconut milk with additional garlic and ginger until bubbling.
- Add baked meatballs to the skillet and let them soak in the sauce for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg