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Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs
Discover sweet and savory honey garlic chicken meatballs, perfectly cooked in the air fryer until golden and juicy. This easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for a quick dinner or appetizer.
Prep 20 min
Cook 12 min
Total 32 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Step 2 — For the Honey Garlic Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Make Meatball Mixture
In a medium bowl, gently combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, soy sauce, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Do not overmix. Form the mixture into approximately 1-inch meatballs.
- 3
Air Fry Meatballs
Arrange the meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and lightly browned.
- 4
Make Honey Garlic Glaze
While the meatballs are cooking, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Glaze and Serve
Once meatballs are cooked, add them to the saucepan with the glaze. Toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired. Great served over rice or noodles.
Nutrition per serving: 380 cal · 30g protein · 30g carbs · 15g fat · 2g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
