Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake, where tender meatballs coated in a luscious honey garlic glaze rest atop fluffy rice and vibrant veggies. This easy recipe combines sweet and savory elements, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or gatherings. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 3 cups cooked rice (preferably leftover)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, soy sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until browned.
- Meanwhile, stir together honey, soy sauce, and chopped bell peppers in a bowl.
- In an oven-safe dish, combine baked meatballs with cooked rice and drizzle honey garlic sauce over everything. Gently stir.
- Return the dish to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for lighter options. Customize with additional veggies like broccoli for added nutrition. For spice lovers, add crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.