Spicy Honey-Glazed Chicken

Juicy chicken meatballs coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey glaze—perfect for appetizers or as a main course with rice or noodles.

I first served these meatballs at a family gathering and they were an instant hit, disappearing within minutes.

Ingredients

• For the Meatballs: 500 g (1 lb) ground chicken, 1 large egg, 50 g (1/2 cup) breadcrumbs, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 green onions finely chopped, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha (or preferred hot sauce), 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
• For the Glaze: 80 ml (1/3 cup) honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste), 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• Garnish (optional): Sliced green onions, Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

In a large bowl combine ground chicken egg breadcrumbs garlic green onions soy sauce sriracha salt and pepper. Mix until just combined do not overwork.

Step 3:

Form mixture into 20 meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4:

Bake for 15–18 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Step 5:

Meanwhile prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat combine honey soy sauce sriracha rice vinegar sesame oil garlic and ginger. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.

Step 6:

Remove meatballs from the oven and immediately toss them in the warm glaze until evenly coated.

Step 7:

Serve hot garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

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My family loves gathering around this dish for a casual weekend dinner, sharing stories and enjoying the spicy sweet flavors together.

Notes

Substitute ground turkey for chicken if desired.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Saucepan, Measuring cups and spoons

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs soy gluten (from soy sauce and breadcrumbs). For gluten-free Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Always check product labels to confirm allergen status.

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This recipe is a delightful balance of flavors that’s both easy to prepare and impressive to serve.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ Can I adjust the spiciness level?

Yes, modify the amount of sriracha in both the meatball mix and glaze to suit your preferred heat level.

→ What can I serve with these chicken bites?

They pair well with steamed rice, noodles, or fresh greens for a balanced meal.

→ Is it possible to make this gluten-free?

Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and gluten-free breadcrumbs to keep it free of gluten.

→ Can ground turkey be used instead of chicken?

Yes, ground turkey makes a great alternative with similar cooking times and flavors.

→ How should leftovers be stored?

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently.