Creamy coconut sriracha chicken meatballs with lime and coriander. Quick, juicy, and perfect for meal prep with a silky, spicy sauce.
Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
30 mins
Servings
4
Chef's Tips
Wet your hands to roll the meatballs cleanly.
Do not overcook the meatballs to keep them juicy.
Simmer gently so the sauce thickens without splitting.
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Servings
4 servings1×
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Chicken Meatballs
Coconut Sriracha Sauce
Garnishes
Instructions
Make the Meatballs
- 1
Blend chicken, spring onions, garlic, ginger, coriander, sriracha, fish sauce, egg, and breadcrumbs until smooth.
- 2
Wet your hands and roll into 16 meatballs.
Brown the Meatballs
- 1
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown meatballs for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
Simmer in Sauce
- 1
Add coconut milk, fish sauce, sriracha, and lime juice and bring to a boil.
- 2
Simmer for 4 minutes, turn the meatballs, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until cooked through and sauce thickens.
- 3
Stir in coriander and remove from heat.
Serve
- 1
Serve immediately with smashed peanuts and chilli oil if desired.
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Creamy Coconut Sriracha Chicken Meatballs
Creamy Coconut Sriracha Chicken Meatballs
These creamy coconut sriracha chicken meatballs are juicy, aromatic, and cooked in a silky coconut sauce with lime and coriander.
Why This Recipe Works
Why This Recipe Works
Blending aromatics into the meat keeps the meatballs tender, while coconut milk and sriracha create a rich, spicy sauce that coats everything.
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients Overview
Chicken breasts keep it lean, breadcrumbs add lightness, and fish sauce brings depth. Lime and coriander brighten the finish.
How to Make It
How to Make It
Blend and shape the meatballs, brown them, then simmer in the coconut sauce until just cooked through. Finish with coriander and toppings.
Tips and Storage
Tips and Storage
These reheat well for meal prep. Warm gently and loosen the sauce with a splash of water if needed.
Serving and Goal Fit
Serving and Goal Fit
For a balanced meal, serve the meatballs with jasmine rice and a side of steamed broccoli or snap peas. If you want a lighter option, spoon them over shredded cabbage or cauliflower rice and finish with extra lime for brightness.
The sauce can be adjusted depending on preference: add more coconut milk for a milder finish, or increase sriracha in small increments for extra heat. Keep the pan at a gentle simmer so the coconut base stays smooth and does not split.
Meal Prep Notes
Meal Prep Notes
These meatballs hold well for weekday lunches. Store sauce and meatballs together in airtight containers and reheat gently on the stove or microwave at medium power. Add a small splash of water before reheating to bring the sauce back to a silky consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories 48024%
% Reference Intake*
Total Fat 24g34%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 140mg
Sodium 980mg
Total Carbohydrates 12g5%
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 4g4%
Protein 40g80%
* Reference intakes are based on an average adult's 8,400 kJ / 2,000 kcal diet. Your needs may be higher or lower.
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TheDirtyHawgs
· 25 Jan 2025Loved the sriracha and lime combo.
Emma B.
· 25 Jan 2025Made this for meal prep and it reheated really well.
DJ D.
· 24 Jan 2025Super easy and the sauce was incredible.
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