Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs
If you’re in search of a quick and healthy dinner option that’s bursting with flavor, look no further than these Easy Thai Baked Chicken Meatballs. Infused with aromatic Thai spices like red curry paste and fresh ginger, these meatballs are not only delicious but also simple to prepare. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have them baking to golden perfection in your oven. Perfect for family dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings, these meatballs will impress both kids and adults alike. Serve them with rice, veggies, or a zesty dipping sauce for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, red curry paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, beaten egg, chopped cilantro, and lime juice until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg