Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
These flavorful pineapple teriyaki chicken meatballs are a delightful combination of sweet and savory, making them a perfect appetizer or main dish. The tender chicken meatballs are coated in a sticky, pineapple-infused teriyaki sauce that will please everyone at the table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 large skillet
- 1 saucepan
- 1 meat thermometer
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
- ¼ cup grated carrot
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar Can adjust sweetness.
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in water Dissolved in 2 tablespoons water.
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, green onions, grated carrot, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and ginger powder. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the teriyaki sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the skillet with the teriyaki sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with additional green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce by adding more or less brown sugar. For a spicier variation, consider adding a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce. These meatballs can be served over rice, noodles, or straight from the skillet as an appetizer.