Coconut Chicken Cocktail Meatballs Recipe

Name: Coconut Chicken Cocktail Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the meatballs; 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken (combination of white and dark meat); 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut; 1 cup panko crumbs; 2 tablespoons spicy chili garlic sauce (or sambal oelek); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar; 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced; For the sauce and putting it all together; one 13 to 14 ounce can of coconut milk; 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed); 1 tablespoon spicy chili-garlic sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Thinly sliced green onions for garnish; The previously made meatball mixture.

Servings: persons

For the meatballs
1 1/2 pounds ground chicken (combination of white and dark meat)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut
1 cup panko crumbs
2 tablespoons spicy chili garlic sauce (or sambal oelek)
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 medium green onions, thinly sliced
For the sauce and putting it all together
one 13 to 14 ounce can of coconut milk
1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 tablespoon spicy chili-garlic sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
Thinly sliced green onions for garnish
The previously made meatball mixture.

1
Thoroughly combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, cover and chill for about 3 hours.
2
In a small sauce pan, whisk the coconut milk, brown sugar, chili-garlic sauce and salt. Heat to a boil and then simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
3
After chilling the meatball mixture, lightly oil a large baking sheet. Form little one inch meatballs with your hands and place them on the sheet. ( I find using wet hands makes for an easier roll )
4
Pre heat your oven to 350F and then bake the meatballs for 15 minutes. Serve warm with the sauce and garnished with the green onion. You can either plate the meatballs over a little sauce or surround a bowl of sauce with the meatballs.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the meatballs, 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken (combination of white and dark meat), 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1/2 cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut, and more.

Yes, Coconut Chicken Cocktail Meatballs 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.

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Coconut Chicken Cocktail Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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