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Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs

Sheet Pan Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Chili Glaze

These Sheet Pan Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs with Sweet Chili Glaze are a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed dinner that comes together in just over 30 minutes. Juicy ground chicken is mixed with fresh ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, baked to golden perfection, and finished with a sticky sweet chili glaze.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even as a party appetizer, this recipe is versatile, freezer-friendly, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Glaze:

  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional, for extra sweetness

For Garnish:

  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Chopped cilantro or green onions
  • Lime wedges optional

Instructions
 

Preheat the oven

  • Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Mix the meatball mixture

  • In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, panko, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until just combined — don’t overmix or the meatballs can get tough.

Shape the meatballs

  • Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls. Place evenly spaced on the prepared sheet pan.

Bake

  • Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

Make the glaze

  • While the meatballs bake, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Warm for 2–3 minutes until glossy.

Glaze the meatballs

  • Remove meatballs from the oven and brush or toss them with the sweet chili glaze until coated.

Garnish and serve

  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with roasted veggies.
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