Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry
Indulge in the cozy yet exotic flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry. This delightful dish features tender, juicy chicken meatballs simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is easy to customize, allowing you to adjust the heat and add your favorite vegetables. Pair it with fluffy jasmine rice or warm naan for a truly satisfying meal that brings the vibrant tastes of Thailand to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Assorted vegetables (cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, carrots)
- Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, salt, pepper, cilantro, and green onions. Mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear meatballs until browned on all sides and transfer to a plate.
- Sauté onion in the same skillet until translucent; add garlic and ginger.
- Stir in red curry paste and turmeric; then add coconut milk and chicken broth.
- Balance flavors with fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice; then add vegetables.
- Return meatballs to the skillet; cover and simmer until cooked through.
- Serve with fresh herbs on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg