Description
Jalapeño Coconut Curry Chicken Meatball Bowls are a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken meatballs with the zesty kick of jalapeños and a creamy coconut curry sauce. This delightful meal is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive feast with friends. Enjoy the harmonious balance of spice and sweetness as each bite transports you to a tropical paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, minced jalapeños, garlic, and curry powder until well combined. Form into one-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add coconut milk and soy sauce, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Serve in bowls; garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg