Description
These Asian Chicken Meatballs are a flavorful, protein-packed dish featuring ground chicken infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions, cooked to perfection in a skillet with avocado oil. Served with garnishes like thinly sliced scallions, chili sambal, and toasted sesame seeds, they offer a delicious, low-carb, nutrient-dense meal inspired by Asian flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken (with some dark meat and fat)
- ½ cup chopped scallions (3-4 stalks, green and white parts)
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger, with juice
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 4 tablespoons gluten-free tamari (divided as 2 + 2 tablespoons)
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Suggested Garnishes
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Chili sambal
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped scallions, grated ginger with juice, grated garlic, and 2 tablespoons of gluten-free tamari. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated, forming a flavorful chicken mixture.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs—about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter—for consistent cooking and easy serving.
- Heat Oil and Brown Meatballs: Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, avoiding overcrowding, and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Simmer Meatballs with Tamari: Once all meatballs are browned, reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of gluten-free tamari to the skillet. Cover and gently simmer the meatballs for about 10-15 minutes until fully cooked through and tender, allowing them to absorb the savory tamari sauce.
- Serve with Garnishes: Transfer the cooked meatballs to plates and garnish with thinly sliced scallions, a dollop of chili sambal, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve hot as a delicious main dish.
Notes
- Asian Chicken Meatballs are nutrient-dense and protein-packed, especially when served with chicken bone broth, making them a healthy low-carb option.
- Incorporating anti-inflammatory ingredients like garlic, ginger, and scallions enhances both flavor and health benefits.
- Using avocado oil keeps the dish low in saturated fats and adds a pleasant light flavor ideal for cooking meatballs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 meatballs)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
