Chicken · Easy
Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs
These honey garlic chicken meatballs are tender and glazed in a sticky-sweet garlic sauce, ready to serve over rice in about 25 minutes.
15Prep min
15Cook min
30Total min
What you'll need
- 1 lbground chicken
- 1/3 cupbreadcrumbs
- 1egg
- 1/2 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1/4 cupsoy sauce
- 3 tablespoonshoney
- 3 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon watercornstarch mixed with water
Let's cook
- 1In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, and garlic powder, then form into 16-18 small meatballs.
- 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (165°F).
- 3In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic, bringing to a simmer.
- 4Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- 5Pour the sauce over the cooked meatballs, tossing to coat, and serve over rice.
Make it yours
- Use ground turkey instead of chicken.
- Add sesame seeds and green onion for garnish.
- Bake the meatballs at 400°F for 18-20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
Good with
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I make the meatballs ahead?
Yes, form and refrigerate them a few hours ahead, or freeze cooked meatballs for up to 2 months.
Can I bake instead of pan-fry the meatballs?
Yes, bake at 400°F for about 18-20 minutes, turning halfway, until cooked through.



