Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken Meatballs

Juicy chicken meatballs coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey glaze—perfect for appetizers or as a main course with rice or noodles.

This recipe has become a family favorite because of its bold flavors and ease of preparation.

Ingredients

• For the Meatballs: 500 g (1 lb) ground chicken, 1 large egg, 50 g (1/2 cup) breadcrumbs, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 green onions finely chopped, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha (or preferred hot sauce), 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
• For the Glaze: 80 ml (1/3 cup) honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste), 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• Garnish (optional): Sliced green onions, Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Preheat:

Preheat oven to 200℃ (400℉). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix Meatball Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sriracha, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined remove overworking.

Form Meatballs:

Form mixture into 20 meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake Meatballs:

Bake for 15–18 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Prepare Glaze:

In a small saucepan over medium heat combine honey, soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.

Toss Meatballs:

Remove meatballs from the oven and immediately toss them in the warm glaze until evenly coated.

Serve:

Serve hot garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

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This dish often brings everyone together especially during weekend family dinners.

Notes

Substitute ground turkey for chicken if desired.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl baking sheet parchment paper saucepan measuring cups and spoons

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs soy gluten (from soy sauce and breadcrumbs) For gluten-free use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and gluten-free breadcrumbs Always check product labels to confirm allergen status

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These spicy honey-glazed meatballs add a perfect combination of sweet and heat to your meal Enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

→ How can I adjust the spice level?

Modify the sriracha amount in both the meatball mix and glaze to suit your preferred heat intensity, adding more for extra spice or less for mild flavor.

→ Can I substitute the ground chicken with another protein?

Yes, ground turkey works well as an alternative, maintaining the texture and complementing the glaze flavors.

→ What are good side options for these meatballs?

Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or fresh greens to balance the rich and sweet-spicy glaze.

→ How do I ensure the glaze sticks well?

Coat the meatballs immediately after baking, while still warm, to help the glaze adhere evenly and intensify flavors.

→ Are there gluten-free adaptations?

Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the dish suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.