Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls, featuring succulent ground chicken meatballs infused with aromatic sesame oil and served over a fluffy bed of rice. This dish combines vibrant vegetables for added crunch and nutrition, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep. With its stunning presentation and tantalizing flavors, this recipe is sure to impress at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (preferably raw)
- 2 cups jasmine rice (for serving)
- 1 cup broccoli or carrots (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, and sesame oil until combined.
- Wet hands slightly and roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve meatballs over jasmine rice, drizzle with sauce, and top with garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 625mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Experiment with ground turkey for a lighter option. Add water chestnuts for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave.