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Chicken Meatballs with Honey Mustard Sauce

Chicken Meatballs with Honey Mustard Sauce
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Chicken Meatballs with Honey Mustard Sauce are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring tender, juicy chicken meatballs coated in a perfectly balanced honey mustard sauce that is sweet, tangy, and mildly savory. Ideal for lunches, dinners, appetizers, or gatherings, this recipe offers a healthy, versatile option that pleases all palates with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb lean ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Honey Mustard Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice (apple cider vinegar optional for upgrade)

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prep the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, bread crumbs, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients without overworking the meat to avoid a dense texture.
  2. Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs about one inch in diameter using your hands or a small scoop. This ensures even cooking and a perfect bite every time.
  3. Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Brown them on all sides, about 7-10 minutes, until they have a crispy exterior while remaining juicy inside.
  4. Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce: While the meatballs cook, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and vinegar or lemon juice in a separate bowl. Adjust the proportions to achieve a balanced sweet and tangy flavor.
  5. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Reduce the heat to low, pour the honey mustard sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet, and simmer gently for 5 minutes. This thickens the sauce and coats each meatball beautifully.

Notes

  • Keep meatballs moist by avoiding overmixing the chicken.
  • Use a scoop for uniform meatball size to ensure even cooking.
  • Take your time to brown meatballs properly for enhanced flavor and texture.
  • Adjust honey and mustard ratios to suit your taste preference.
  • Let meatballs rest in the sauce off heat for a few minutes to meld flavors perfectly.

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