Description
These Coconut Chicken Meatballs are a tropical twist on a comfort food favorite. Juicy ground chicken meatballs are simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This easy and gluten-free chicken recipe brings warmth, spice, and a hint of sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 green onions, sliced
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix together ground chicken, garlic, ginger, green onions, panko, egg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
2. Shape into meatballs using damp hands to prevent sticking.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides, about 6–8 minutes.
4. Remove meatballs and add red curry paste to the pan. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir and bring to a simmer.
6. Return meatballs to the pan. Simmer in the sauce for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked and sauce is slightly thickened.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe works well with ground turkey or even pork for variation.
Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.
If you like extra heat, add chili flakes or a sliced red chili.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 115mg