Description
Delicious and healthy Asian Chicken Meatballs made with ground chicken, fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions, cooked in avocado oil and seasoned with gluten-free tamari. These meatballs are flavorful, protein-packed, and served with garnishes like chili sambal, sesame seeds, and scallions for an authentic Asian taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken (with some dark meat and fat)
- ½ cup chopped scallions (3-4 stalks, green and white parts)
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, with juice
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free tamari
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Suggested Garnishes
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Chili sambal
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with chopped scallions, grated ginger, grated garlic, and 2 tablespoons of gluten-free tamari. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into even-sized meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, ensuring they hold together well.
- Heat the Oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat to prepare for cooking the meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Place the meatballs in the hot skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, turning gently to achieve a golden-brown exterior while ensuring they are cooked through.
- Add Tamari Sauce: During the last few minutes of cooking, drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of gluten-free tamari over the meatballs, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly and enhance flavor.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the cooked meatballs from the skillet and plate. Garnish with thinly sliced scallions, a spoonful of chili sambal, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and spice.
Notes
- Asian Chicken Meatballs cooked in nutrient-dense chicken bone broth provide a protein-packed, low-carb, and anti-inflammatory meal enriched with garlic, ginger, and scallions.
- Using gluten-free tamari keeps this recipe safe for those avoiding gluten.
- Avocado oil is chosen for its high smoke point and healthy fat content.
- For a juicier texture, ensure the ground chicken includes some dark meat and fat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 meatballs)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
