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Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs with Sesame Ginger Cream Sauce

Tender, juicy chicken meatballs glazed in a shiny teriyaki sauce and served with a silky sesame ginger cream sauce. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, these impressive meatballs come together in just 45 minutes and taste restaurant-quality.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For the Sesame Ginger Cream Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp honey
For the Teriyaki Glaze
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
Garnish
  • Sliced green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, egg, panko breadcrumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Roll the mixture into about 20 evenly sized balls, roughly the size of golf balls.
  2. Whisk together mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, chili flakes, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Set aside until ready to serve.
  3. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat with a light coating of oil. Place meatballs in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Turn and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes on the other side, turning occasionally until cooked through, about 12 to 15 minutes total.
  4. While the meatballs finish cooking, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. The glaze will thicken in about 2 to 3 minutes. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but still pourable.
  5. Pour the warm teriyaki glaze over the cooked meatballs in the pan. Gently toss to coat evenly and let cook for 1 to 2 minutes more so the glaze caramelizes slightly on the outside.
  6. Transfer meatballs to a serving bowl and drizzle generously with the sesame ginger cream sauce. Sprinkle the top with fresh sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSodium: 950mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Do not overwork the meatball mixture, as this will make them tough. Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking while rolling. You can make the sesame ginger cream sauce ahead and refrigerate it for up to 5 days. These meatballs freeze beautifully for up to 3 months and can be reheated in a 350F oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Serve over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or with stir-fried vegetables.

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