Foodie Fridays

Asian-Style Chicken Meatballs

Last night my husband was working late and I was trying find something quick, easy and healthy to make for the kids and I.  I stumbled across this recipe and let me tell it was a huge hit in my house! These Asian style meatballs are super tasty; with the lovely crunch of the green scallions and the flavor of the cilantro running through it.  It's sure to be a hit in your house too! Oh by the way, these would also be a really great party food too!  Healthy but yummy! 

Happy eating from my kitchen to yours~ 

I had to make a second batch for my husband because the kids and I ate them all! 

In my opinion the sauce is divine! I could use it for everything! super tasty! 

What you Need:

Meatballs :

1 pound Ground chicken (you can use ground turkey or ground pork)

• 2 Scallions (finely chopped)
• 1/2 cup Cilantro (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
• 2 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 cup Dry and whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 Egg (lightly beaten)
• Salt
• Pepper

Note: For gluten free omit the bread crumbs 

Use Braggs Liquid Aminos for soy sauce and use 1 tablespoon

Sauce:

• 1/4 cup Brown sugar
• 1/4 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 3 Slices Fresh ginger (smashed)
• Note: For Gluten Free Use Braggs Liquid Aminos for soy sauce replacement

How To:

Meatballs:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Mix together the ingredients, season with salt and pepper. Form small meatballs by rolling a spoonful of the mixture between your palms.

Arrange on a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Serve with toothpicks for dipping.

Sauce:

To make sauce, heat soy sauce and vinegar in a small pot over med-low heat. Slowly add brown sugar and cook until it has dissolved.

Add ginger and simmer 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken. Serve with the meatballs.

Adapted from:

TheChew.com