Description
Coconut Chicken Meatballs are a tropical delight that combine tender chicken with rich coconut flavor, creating an irresistible dish perfect for any occasion. With a crispy outer layer and juicy interior, these meatballs promise to elevate your dining experience. Paired with a creamy coconut sauce, they transport you to sun-soaked beaches, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Finely chop or pulse chicken in a food processor until ground but not mushy. In a bowl, mix chicken, garlic, shredded coconut, breadcrumbs, and egg until well combined.
- Shape mixture into small meatballs (about 2 inches in diameter) and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, mix soy sauce, coconut milk, and lime juice in a saucepan over medium heat until slightly thickened.
- Serve meatballs drizzled with the sauce alongside rice or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg