Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce, a dish that combines tender ground chicken with a rich and creamy coconut-infused sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or seeking an easy, comforting weeknight meal. The aromatic spices and smooth texture create a satisfying experience that will impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice or quinoa, or enjoy it in lettuce wraps for a fresh twist. With simple preparation steps and versatile serving options, this dish guarantees to be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, green onions, cilantro, soy sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and cook until golden brown on all sides (8-10 minutes). Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, add more oil if necessary and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in Thai red curry paste and cook for another minute.
- Add coconut milk to the pan and adjust seasoning if needed. Gently add cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 110mg