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Weeknight 30 Minute Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Panko)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving

Instructions

Creating the delicious Weeknight 30 Minute Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs involves these simple steps:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, cilantro, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  3. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in size, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, get a skillet and add the coconut milk and red curry paste. Stir until well combined over medium heat.
  6. Simmer the Sauce: Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. Stir in the lime juice for a fresh tang.
  7. Combine Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done, add them to the skillet with the coconut curry sauce. Gently toss to ensure the meatballs are well coated in the sauce.
  8. Serve: Remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

This straightforward process guarantees an incredibly flavorful dish in no time!

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