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Delicious Thai Chicken Meatball Curry That's Easy to Love

Thai Chicken Meatball Curry is a comforting dish made with tender chicken meatballs in a creamy, aromatic curry sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger grated
  • 1/4 cup Thai Basil or Cilantro or sweet basil if Thai varieties are unavailable
For the Curry Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Red Curry Paste adjust to control heat
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat for richness or light for lower calories
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce or soy sauce for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar or honey if preferred
For Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper sliced
  • 1 cup Green Beans or seasonal favorite vegetables like zucchini or snap peas
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice fresh preferred
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro/Thai Basil for garnish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • large skillet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and half of your chosen herbs. Mix until just combined and form walnut-sized meatballs. Set aside.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs without overcrowding and brown for 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add oil if needed, then a tablespoon of red curry paste, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar; stir and let simmer.
  4. Return the meatballs, add sliced bell pepper and green beans, stir, and cover to simmer for about 10 minutes until meatballs are cooked and vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove skillet from heat, stir in lime juice and remaining herbs, and ensure the dish is creamy and colorful.
  6. Serve over cooked jasmine or coconut rice, garnish with cilantro or Thai basil, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Adjust spice levels to taste and refrigerate meatballs for up to 24 hours before cooking.

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