Looking for a crowd-pleasing, easy weeknight dinner or a make-ahead meal prep idea? These Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and glazed in a sticky-sweet sauce that’s impossible to resist! Made with lean ground chicken and pantry staples, these meatballs are baked—not fried—and then tossed in a glossy garlic-infused honey sauce. Perfect over rice, noodles, or served as a party appetizer. Whether you’re eating clean or just need something quick and comforting, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort!
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🛒 Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 500g (1.1 lb) ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
Optional Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Extra chopped green onions
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
2. Mix the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat.
3. Form Meatballs
Using your hands or a small scoop, form about 20–24 small meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared tray.
4. Bake
Bake for 16–18 minutes, flipping once halfway, until cooked through and golden brown.
5. Make the Sauce
While the meatballs bake, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
6. Thicken the Sauce
Stir in cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) and simmer until the sauce thickens (2–3 minutes).
7. Coat the Meatballs
Transfer baked meatballs to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
8. Serve
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with rice, noodles, or as a snack!
🧰 Equipment Used
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Small saucepan
- Spatula or tongs
- Measuring spoons/cups
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🧊 Storage Notes
- Store in airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze cooked meatballs (without sauce) for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in microwave or air fryer and toss in fresh sauce before serving.
🍯 Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs (Sweet, Savory & Easy Dinner!)
Description
These tender chicken meatballs are baked and tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze that’s packed with flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes and ideal for dinner, meal prep, or appetizers!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
Optional Garnish:
Instructions
- 1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- 2. Mix the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat.
- 3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands or a small scoop, form about 20–24 small meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared tray.
- 4. Bake: Bake for 16–18 minutes, flipping once halfway, until cooked through and golden brown.
- 5. Make the Sauce: While the meatballs bake, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 6. Thicken the Sauce: Stir in cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water) and simmer until the sauce thickens (2–3 minutes).
- 7. Coat the Meatballs: Transfer baked meatballs to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
- 8. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with rice, noodles, or as a snack!
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 360kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 95mg32%
- Sodium 650mg28%
- Potassium 480mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 29g58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
🧊 Storage Notes
- Store in airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Freeze cooked meatballs (without sauce) for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in microwave or air fryer and toss in fresh sauce before serving.
