Description
Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are a delicious and healthy option for those looking for a high-protein, low-carb meal. These meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional for low-carb)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar substitute
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional for thickening sauce)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, and ginger.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
- Brush the sauce over the meatballs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce according to your taste.
- These meatballs can be served with steamed vegetables or over cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg