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Coconut Curry Chicken Meatball Bowls

Coconut Curry Chicken Meatball Bowls for Cozy Nights

Discover the comforting Coconut Curry Chicken Meatball Bowls that transform weeknight dinners into a vibrant culinary adventure.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Coconut Curry
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or Turkey or lentils/chickpeas for vegetarian option
  • 1 Egg fresh
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Jalapeño adjust for spice level
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs (Cilantro, Basil, Green Onion) mix and match as desired
  • 1 tsp Turmeric can be omitted
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Curry Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt sea salt alternative
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil or Olive Oil for sautéing
For the Bowls
  • 1 cup Rice (Jasmine or Brown) quinoa as substitute
  • 1 can Coconut Milk light or full-fat as desired
  • 2 cup Vegetables (Carrots, Green Beans, Red Bell Pepper) customizable

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, finely chopped jalapeño, and a blend of fresh herbs. Add turmeric, yellow curry powder, cumin, and kosher salt. Mix gently and shape into meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. While meatballs bake, heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, green onions, carrots, and green beans for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add coconut milk and water to the skillet, stir in rice, cover, and cook on low for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  6. Whisk together coconut milk, tahini, minced garlic, maple syrup, and spices until smooth for the curry sauce.
  7. To serve, layer rice and sautéed vegetables in a bowl, top with meatballs, and drizzle with curry sauce. Garnish with lime and herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover meatballs and rice separately for best texture. Rinse rice before cooking for fluffier results. Adjust spice levels as needed.

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