Spicy Chili Honey Turkey Meatballs (Printable Version)

Tender turkey meatballs coated in a sticky sweet and spicy chili honey glaze. Baked until golden and perfect for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Meatballs

01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 green onions, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon sriracha
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ For the Chili Honey Glaze

10 - 3 tablespoons honey
11 - 2 tablespoons sriracha
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Garnish

15 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or green onions

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped green onions, soy sauce, sriracha, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
03 - Using damp hands, form the mixture into 20 small meatballs approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet with slight spacing between each.
04 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly browned on the exterior.
05 - While meatballs bake, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer baked meatballs to a large bowl. Pour the warm chili honey glaze over the meatballs and toss gently to coat evenly.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro or green onions. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A quick 45-minute meal from start to finish.
  • Healthy and lean protein source using ground turkey.
  • Dairy-free and easily adaptable for gluten-free diets.
  • Delivers a delightful kick of heat balanced by natural honey.
02 -
  • Use damp hands to form the meatballs to prevent sticking.
  • Simmer the glaze just until it coats the back of a spoon for the best consistency.
  • Always check allergen labels on soy sauce and breadcrumbs if cooking for specific dietary needs.
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