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Orange Chicken Meatballs

Zesty Orange Chicken Meatballs for Irresistible Flavor

Delightful Orange Chicken Meatballs blend juicy chicken with sweet citrus, perfect for appetizers or main dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground turkey for lighter option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs can be used
  • 1/4 cup Milk or dairy-free alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (minced) ground ginger can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce try tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Orange Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or substitute with olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1/2 cup Orange Marmalade or homemade orange sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce or BBQ sauce in a pinch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 500ºF (260ºC).
  2. Soak the panko breadcrumbs in milk for about 5 minutes.
  3. Combine all meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix until just combined.
  4. Scoop and roll meat mixture into 2-3 tablespoon-sized balls and place them in a greased baking dish.
  5. Bake meatballs for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a skillet; sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  7. Add crushed red pepper flakes, orange marmalade, and hoisin sauce to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Coat the cooked meatballs in the orange sauce and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Follow tips for best results: don't overmix the meat, ensure breadcrumbs are soaked well, and space meatballs in the baking dish for even cooking.

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