I am looking for new ways to enjoy your meatballs. This Coconut Chicken meatballs recipe is a flavourful option you can always count on. The burst of coconut flavour will surprise you. I didn’t expect it as well, but here we are. I think it’s one of those simple recipes that will always satisfy you.
For the best taste, prepare the meatballs ahead of time and bake just before serving. I love making this when I am tired of making regular meatballs at home. It’s such a nice game-changer. Check out the straightforward recipe below.
Coconut Chicken Meatballs
As you already know, I love using my mince meat for making meatballs. However, sometimes, I want to make a different variation to spice things up and this recipe for baked chicken and coconut meatballs is one of my go-to's.
Ingredients
1 pound ground chicken (minced chicken)
¼ cup chili sauce (chilli sauce in British English) - Thai
2 cloves garlic - finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger - finely chopped
1 tablespoon fish sauce - Thai
½ cup cilantro (coriander) - finely chopped
⅔ cup coconut milk
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper - freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly oil two 12-cup mini muffin tins.
- Combine the chicken, chilli sauce, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, cilantro, and coconut milk in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins.
- Bake until golden brown and cooked through 15 to 20 minutes. Serve hot with extra chilli sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 182.6kcalCarbohydrates: 6.5gProtein: 14gFat: 11.6gSaturated Fat: 6.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 397.7mgPotassium: 471.1mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 5.2gVitamin A: 90.5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13.2mgIron: 1.5mg
How did this recipe turn out for you?We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
