Flavorful Thai spiced chicken meatballs are simmered in a creamy yellow curry sauce with fresh veggies. Serve over rice for a hearty, comforting meal.
We love a good curry dish around here, and this Thai Chicken Meatball Curry is a new family favorite. Even my husband likes it, and he claims he’s not a fan of curry.
He’s a huge fan of meatballs though, so maybe that’s what one him over. I mean, who doesn’t love meatballs, right?
These meatballs are made with ground chicken–or turkey if you prefer–and seasoned with garlic, ginger, soy sauce and fresh cilantro, for a subtle Thai flavor.
They are amazing in this recipe, but also perfect on their own, or as an addition to all kinds of Asian-inspired dishes.
In fact, I like to make a double batch and freeze half to have on hand for things like Butter Chicken Meatballs or Slow Cooker Red Curry Meatballs.
The coconut based curry sauce for this recipe is flavored with yellow curry powder, turmeric and cayenne pepper, and loaded with fresh veggies, like tomatoes and peppers.
Of course, you can change up the veggies to use whatever you have on hand. It’s one of the great things about curries–they’re so versatile.
We always serve this meatball curry over jasmine or basmati rice, but noodles are another good option. For garnish we like chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapenos or red chilis, for those who like a spicy kick.
Leftovers are delicious the next day, although you’ll be lucky to have any, because everyone goes back for seconds.
This Thai Chicken Meatball Curry is as delicious as it is beautiful, and since it’s so easy to prepare, it’s destined to become a family favorite.
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Here’s what you’ll need to make Thai Chicken Meatball Curry
- Ground chicken or turkey
- Produce: fresh ginger, garlic, jalapenos, cilantro, red onion, tomatoes, bell peppers
- Spices: onion powder, curry powder, turmeric, dried basil, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper
- Eggs
- Soy sauce
- Breadcrumbs
- Olive oil
- Coconut milk
- Chicken broth
- Rice, for serving
Thai Chicken Meatball Curry
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 2 lbs. ground chicken or turkey
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
- 1 small jalapeno seeded and finely minced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
For the curry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and diced
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 1-2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 teaspoon yellow curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 14.5 oz. can coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro plus more for serving
- Hot cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease a large rimmed baking sheet.
- Combine all of the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Shape into walnut sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheet Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and cooked through; set aside.
- While the meatballs bake, start the curry. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the peppers, onions and garlic and sauté until vegetables are just tender, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes, curry powder, turmeric, basil and cayenne and chicken broth. Simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until liquid is reduced by half.
- Stir in the coconut milk, then gently stir in the cooked meatballs. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer until meatballs are heated through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve over hot cooked rice.
