Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sesame Chicken Meatball Bowls, featuring tender, juicy meatballs made from ground chicken and aromatic sesame oil. Served over fluffy rice and topped with colorful sautéed veggies, this dish is a crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion. Whip it up easily for a delightful weeknight dinner or meal prep that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (white and green parts)
- 2 cups cooked rice (Jasmine or Brown)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots & bell peppers)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, panko breadcrumbs, and soy sauce until well combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, prepare the rice according to package instructions; fluff once cooked.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers and carrots in a skillet over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes until tender but still crunchy.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice at the bottom, followed by meatballs and sautéed veggies. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg