These tender and flavorful Thai chicken meatballs, simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, make a nourishing and satisfying meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1lbground chicken
2garlic cloves, grated
3green onions, finely chopped
2tbspsesame oil or olive oil
2-3tbspThai red curry paste
1can(14 oz) coconut milk (regular or lite)
2red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
1tspfish sauce (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
For Serving (optional):
Cooked jasmine rice
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the meatballs:
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated garlic, one of the chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands until evenly combined.
Shape the meatballs:
Lightly oil your hands to prevent the mixture from sticking. Scoop out 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture and roll it into a ball. Place the meatball on a baking sheet. Repeat until all the meatballs are formed—this should make about 16 meatballs.
Bake the meatballs:
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
Prepare the curry sauce:
While the meatballs are baking, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining green onion, sliced bell peppers, and grated ginger. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Make the curry:
Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the coconut milk and fish sauce (if using). Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Simmer the meatballs:
Once the meatballs are baked, carefully add them to the simmering curry sauce. Let them cook together for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt to taste.
Serve:
To serve, place some cooked jasmine rice in bowls. Top with the coconut curry meatballs and sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a wedge of lime.
Notes
Storage: These meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.