Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice
Tender chicken meatballs glazed in a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce served alongside fluffy steamed rice, perfect for a kid-friendly dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground chicken, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic clove for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2, finely chopped green onions
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, 2 finely chopped green onions, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp freshly grated ginger, 1 large egg, and 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs. Mix gently until just combined.
- Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 3: Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
- Step 4: While the meatballs bake, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Transfer the baked meatballs to the saucepan and gently toss to coat evenly in the honey-soy glaze.
- Step 6: Serve the glazed meatballs hot alongside 2 cups cooked jasmine rice for a complete kid-friendly meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground chicken from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Meatballs with Steamed Rice?
Asian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
