Thai Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Coconut Curry
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Coconut Curry, a dish that perfectly marries tender chicken meatballs with an aromatic coconut sauce. This delightful recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, boasting a rich blend of spices and creamy texture that will leave your family and friends asking for more. Effortlessly easy to prepare, it’s perfect over rice or noodles, and it’s a great option for meal prep. Experience the warmth and comfort of this satisfying dish that brings Thai-inspired flavors straight to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 egg
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic, ginger, green onions, red curry paste, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake meatballs for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, stir coconut milk with brown sugar or honey until simmering.
- Transfer baked meatballs into the saucepan and simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg