Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large egg
– 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level)
– ½ cup sweet chili sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– Sesame seeds, for garnish
– Additional green onions, for garnish
Instructions
Making Firecracker Chicken Meatballs is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
5. Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until warmed through.
6. Coat Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and additional green onions on top for added flavor and presentation.
8. Serve Warm: Allow the meatballs to cool slightly before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating these incredible meatballs effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g