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Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry

A delightful dish combining the zesty flavors of Thai cuisine with comforting coconut milk, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
For the curry sauce
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned all over, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. In the same skillet, add the coconut milk and red curry paste. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the meatballs to the curry sauce and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or a splash of lime juice. For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red curry paste or add fresh chili peppers.