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Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

These Thai Chicken Meatballs are packed with flavor! Tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and a creamy peanut sauce make for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste for the sauce
  • 14 ounce coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste, for the sauce
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste, for the sauce

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, fish sauce, red curry paste, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. While the meatballs are baking, heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the second tablespoon of red curry paste and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the coconut milk, peanut butter, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  5. Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and toss them gently in the peanut sauce. Serve immediately over rice or noodles, garnished with additional cilantro and chopped peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meatball mixture; this can make them tough. Mix just until combined.
  • If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs to help bind it.
  • For an extra kick, add more red pepper flakes to the peanut sauce.