Savory Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs

Ingredients:
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 cup coconut milk
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 tablespoon red curry paste
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1 egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, curry paste, egg, cilantro, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined well.
2. Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
4. In the same skillet, pour in the coconut milk and add lime juice. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
5. Add the meatballs back into the skillet, coating them in the coconut curry sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. Serve hot with rice or noodles, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.
Nutritional Information:
This dish offers a delightful balance of protein and healthy fats, with an estimated 350-400 calories per serving. It contains approximately 25g protein, 15g fat, and is rich in flavor and nutrients due to the coconut milk and fresh herbs.
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes
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