Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs

Chicken teriyaki meatballs are a delicious and savory dish made with ground chicken, teriyaki sauce, and a variety of seasonings and spices. The ground chicken is formed into small meatballs and then cooked in a skillet until they are browned and crispy on the outside, but still juicy and tender on the inside.

 

The teriyaki sauce used to flavor the meatballs typically includes a blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and ginger, which gives the dish a rich, slightly sweet, and slightly salty taste. Some recipes may also include other ingredients like garlic, green onions, or sesame seeds to add even more depth of flavor.

 

Chicken teriyaki meatballs can be served as an appetizer, snack, or as part of a main course meal. They can be served alone or with a variety of dipping sauces, such as sweet chili sauce, sriracha, or soy sauce. These meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at the dinner table.





Ingredients:

1 pound ground chicken

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon grated ginger

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 egg, beaten

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1/2 cup teriyaki sauce

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 cup water

Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)


Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, chopped onions, green onions, cilantro, grated ginger, minced garlic, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-2 inch meatballs and place them onto a lightly oiled baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through and lightly browned.
  5. In a small saucepan, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, cornstarch, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Toss the meatballs in the teriyaki sauce until fully coated.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions (optional).
  8. Serve the Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs with rice, noodles, or vegetables of your choice.

Enjoy!

This recipe makes about 20-24 meatballs.