Chicken Meatballs With Pineapple Orange Glaze

Name: Chicken Meatballs With Pineapple Orange Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces ground chicken; 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb; 1/4 cup onion, finely diced; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon hot sauce (your favorite brand); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/3 cup crushed pineapple in juice; 1/4 cup orange juice concentrate; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

12 ounces ground chicken
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/4 cup onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon hot sauce (your favorite brand)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup crushed pineapple in juice
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon cornstarch
salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350 F (175 C).
2
In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, ginger, hot sauce, salt and fresh-ground pepper to taste. Mix well to incorporate. Shape into 16 equal-sized meatballs about 1-1/4 inches round.
3
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
4
While the meatballs are baking, in a small saucepan, warm butter, add the garlic and saute 30 seconds to 1 minute Add the crushed pineapple, and orange juice concentrate. Bring to a boil, soften the cornstarch in a little cold water and stir into boiling liquid. Stir while simmering until the mixture becomes syrupy. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
5
Toss meatballs in the glaze.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces ground chicken, 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb, 1/4 cup onion, finely diced, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Meatballs With Pineapple Orange Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!