Asian Chicken Meatballs
Introduction
Asian Chicken Meatballs deliver vibrant, savory flavors in every bite, marrying tender, juicy chicken with aromatic garlic, ginger, and a sweet-savory glaze. This recipe is as effortless as it is delicious, ready to be devoured as an appetizer, main course, or quick snack.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or crowd-pleasing appetizers at gatherings, these meatballs strike a balance between comfort and excitement, and they’re easy to make with simple ingredients and clever shortcuts.
Why These Asian Chicken Meatballs Stand Out
What makes these meatballs exceptional is their umami-rich profile, achieved through a base of ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy-sweet sauce. The light texture comes from mixing finely chopped aromatics and a hint of soy, with the meatballs cooked until golden for irresistible flavor. The glaze brings it all together with a glossy, flavor-packed finish that leaves everyone reaching for more.
Efficient Preparation for Flavorful Results
Start by prepping your vegetables quickly and uniformly for perfect meatball texture and even cooking. Using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes dicing onions, garlic, and scallions a breeze, ensuring consistent results in every batch.
For the glaze, blend your sauce ingredients until emulsified and smooth with a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender. Whether you want a super-silky finish or to incorporate fresh ginger, this tool saves time and effort, delivering balanced flavor.
Cooking Techniques – Oven, Skillet, or Air Fryer
Shape the chicken mixture into even balls, and choose your cooking method:
- Bake them on a sheet lined with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for perfect browning and easy cleanup.
- Fry in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet for a crispy, golden exterior.
- For a lighter option, arrange in a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt and cook until juicy and browned all over—no extra oil needed.
Air frying or baking keeps the meatballs tender while minimizing cleanup, making them weeknight-friendly.
Serving Suggestions for Maximum Enjoyment
Scatter sliced scallions and sesame seeds over the glazed meatballs before serving. Pile them over fluffy jasmine rice, quick-pickled veggies, or serve with steamed greens for a balanced meal. They also work brilliantly tucked into lettuce wraps or as a meal-prep staple in your favorite Bentgo Salad Container for lunch.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe provides 20–24 meatballs (serving 4–6), with about 180–220 calories per serving (4 meatballs without rice). High in protein and lower in fat, thanks to lean chicken, these meatballs fit into a variety of healthy eating plans.
Asian Chicken Meatballs Recap
Quick, tasty, and infinitely versatile, Asian Chicken Meatballs bring a restaurant-quality bite to your table with minimal fuss. From weeknight family dinners to party platters, their craveable flavor and irresistible texture guarantee smiles all around.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (or set your air fryer to 375°F). Line a baking sheet with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Use your Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to finely dice onion, mince garlic, and chop scallions and ginger quickly and evenly.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko, egg, scallions, onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overmix or the meatballs can become dense.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls. Place evenly spaced on your prepared baking sheet or into your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 basket.
- Bake or air fry for 13–15 minutes, or pan-fry in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet with a little oil over medium heat for about 10–12 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.
- While the meatballs cook, whisk together the glaze ingredients. Simmer the mixture in a saucepan for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss the cooked meatballs in the glaze or brush the sauce over them. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional scallions before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes