Garlic Ginger Chicken Meatball Rice Bowl

 Ingredients:

For the Chicken Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground chicken
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Garlic Ginger Sauce:

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

For Serving:

• Cooked white or brown rice
• Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Chicken Meatballs:

1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, egg, soy sauce, grated ginger, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
   • Mix the ingredients until well combined.

2. Shape the Meatballs:

   • Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. You should get approximately 20 meatballs.

3. Cook the Meatballs:

   • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.
   • Remove the cooked meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.

For the Garlic Ginger Sauce:

4. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed.
   • Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet.
   • Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Make the Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, and cornstarch until well combined.
   • Pour this mixture into the skillet with the garlic and ginger.

6. Simmer the Sauce:

   • Simmer the sauce for about 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens and becomes glossy.

For Serving:

7. Assemble the Rice Bowls:

   • Serve the chicken meatballs over cooked rice in bowls.
   • Drizzle the garlic ginger sauce over the meatballs and rice.

8. Garnish and Enjoy:

   • Garnish your Garlic Ginger Chicken Meatball Rice Bowls with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

This dish is bursting with flavor from the garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, and the juicy chicken meatballs are a delightful addition. It's a quick and delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy your Garlic Ginger Chicken Meatball Rice Bowl!