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Savory Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs

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These savory sheet pan honey garlic chicken meatballs are quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights. They feature a tender, juicy texture with a caramelized honey garlic glaze and a nutty sesame dip.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken (preferably lean but with some fat for moisture)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • For the Sesame Dip:
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, and minced garlic. Add honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, green onions, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Mix gently with a rubber spatula or hands until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
  4. Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 18-20 meatballs).
  5. Arrange meatballs evenly spaced on a rimmed baking sheet.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey and 2 tablespoons soy sauce to make the glaze.
  7. Brush the glaze generously over each meatball.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, brushing a second layer of glaze halfway through baking. Meatballs should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. While baking, prepare the sesame dip by whisking tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, and warm water until smooth. Adjust water for desired consistency.
  10. Serve meatballs warm with the sesame dip on the side, drizzling any pan juices over the meatballs.

Notes

Do not over-mix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender and juicy. Brush the honey garlic glaze twice for a sticky, caramelized finish. Tent with foil if glaze starts to burn. Panko breadcrumbs can be swapped with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs. Ground turkey or pork can be used instead of chicken. The sesame dip is optional but adds a nice nutty contrast.

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