Description
Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the essence of Thailand straight to your kitchen. Juicy, tender chicken meatballs are infused with aromatic spices and simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Serve this dish over jasmine rice or rice noodles for a satisfying experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, ground
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic, green onions, cilantro, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Roll mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine coconut milk and red curry paste; stir until smooth. Add soy sauce and lime juice.
- Once meatballs are cooked, add them to the skillet and let simmer for five minutes.
- Serve hot with sauce drizzled on top and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg