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Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs

Savory Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs You'll Love

These Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs are flavorful, healthy, and perfect for meal prep, ensuring quick, delicious meals any day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Choose lean for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free panko for dietary needs
  • 2 tbsp Red Curry Paste Adjust for heat preference
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is preferable for maximum flavor
  • 1 inch Grated Ginger Use fresh over powdered
  • 1 tbsp Fish Sauce Can be omitted for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 ea Beaten Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh is ideal
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Milk Optional, can use chicken broth instead
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Peanut Butter Natural varieties work best
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan substitute
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Tamari is a good gluten-free choice
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Use fresh for optimal zing
  • 2 tbsp Warm Water Adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, red curry paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, beaten egg, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and optional coconut milk.
  3. Scoop out portions and roll them into 1-inch meatballs, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. While baking, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red curry paste, and warm water.
  6. Let the meatballs cool slightly, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture for tender results. Make a double batch to freeze for later use.

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