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Thai Chicken Meatball Curry

Easy Thai Chicken Meatball Curry That's Bursting with Flavor

This Easy Thai Chicken Meatball Curry is a quick, customizable dish bursting with authentic flavors from Thailand.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh, grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Thai Basil/Cilantro Add fresh herbal notes.
For the Curry Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste Adjust to your spice level.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Use full-fat for richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Gluten-free version if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey can be substituted.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables e.g., red bell peppers, green beans.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • Additional Herbs Extra cilantro or basil.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • measuring spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and half of the Thai basil or cilantro. Mix until just combined and form walnut-sized meatballs.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add meatballs in a single layer, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the skillet, add oil and sauté red curry paste for 1-2 minutes. Stir in additional minced garlic and grated ginger for another minute. Whisk in coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar; simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add meatballs and mixed vegetables to the skillet, stir to coat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until veggies are tender.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice and remaining Thai basil or cilantro before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable and can be made ahead. Control the spice level based on preference. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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