Creamy Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs with Fragrant Rice

Creamy Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs with Fragrant Rice

 

Creamy Thai-Inspired Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs with Fragrant Rice

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  1. 1 lb ground chicken
  2. 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  3. 1 egg
  4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  5. 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  6. 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  7. Salt and pepper to taste
  8. 1 tablespoon oil (for searing)

For the curry sauce:
  1. 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  2. 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  3. 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  4. 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  5. 1 teaspoon lime juice
  6. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional)

For serving:
  1. 2 cups cooked white rice
  2. 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  3. Fresh cilantro
  4. Lime wedges
  5. Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into small meatballs.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden-brown on all sides and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add red curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and turmeric. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Return the meatballs to the pan and coat them in the sauce. Let simmer for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
  7. Serve the meatballs over fluffy white rice, spooning extra sauce on top.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges for a bright finish.

Nutritional Information


Kcal: 480 kcal

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes