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Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs

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πŸ› Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs combine bold spices and creamy coconut milk for a rich and satisfying meal.
πŸ§„ The garlic butter sauce adds depth and a crispy garlic punch, making this dish a flavorful crowd-pleaser.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds ground chicken (or ground pork or beef)

12 tablespoons spicy curry powder (a blend of cumin, ginger, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper)

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 shallot

Kosher salt (to taste)

Black pepper (to taste)

Chili flakes (to taste)

1 tablespoon salted butter for the sauce

1/4 cup red curry paste for the sauce

1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger for the sauce

2 bell peppers (orange or red)

2 cups full-fat canned coconut milk for the sauce

3 tablespoons soy sauce for the sauce

1 tablespoon fish sauce for the sauce

5 tablespoons salted butter for the garlic butter

34 cloves garlic for the garlic butter

Chili flakes for the garlic butter

1/2 cup chopped Thai basil or cilantro for topping

Lime wedges for serving (quantity as needed)

Instructions

1-First, in a large bowl, mix 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken with 1-2 tablespoons spicy curry powder, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 shallot (finely chopped), kosher salt, black pepper, and chili flakes until everything is evenly combined.

2-Shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized portions and place them on a baking sheet.

3-Bake at 450Β°F for 10 minutes until the meatballs are crispy and cooked through.

4-For the sauce, melt 1 tablespoon salted butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1/4 cup red curry paste and 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

5-Stir in 2 bell peppers (sliced), 2 cups full-fat canned coconut milk, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon fish sauce, then add the baked meatballs and simmer for 5 minutes until fully cooked.

6-Meanwhile, melt 5 tablespoons salted butter with 3-4 cloves garlic and chili flakes in another pan until the butter browns and garlic crisps.

7-Serve the meatballs over rice, drizzled with the garlic butter, and topped with 1/2 cup chopped Thai basil or cilantro and fresh lime juice from lime wedges.

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Notes

πŸ”₯ Use fresh grated ginger for the best aroma and flavor.
🧈 Brown the garlic slowly to avoid burning and get the perfect crispy texture.
🌿 Fresh Thai basil or cilantro really lifts the dish with bright herbal notes.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, simmering, sautΓ©ing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 507 kcal