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Glazed Asian chicken meatballs in a bowl with sesame seeds and scallions
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Asian Chicken Meatballs

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 scallions , thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (for glaze)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko, egg, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, ginger, garlic, scallions, sesame oil, and black pepper.
  • Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  • Shape the mixture into 1-inch spheres and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • While meatballs bake, combine the glaze ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Simmer the glaze for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to a syrupy consistency.
  • Remove meatballs from the oven and transfer to a bowl.
  • Toss the baked meatballs in the warm glaze until evenly coated and serve immediately.