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Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs for a Flavorful 30-Minute Meal

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are a vibrant and flavorful dish ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Can swap for ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs may work but will not be as crispy.
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Reserve juice for sauce; can use fresh pineapple, finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Any milk (dairy or non-dairy) can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chives can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Garlic paste or jarred minced garlic may be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can be used; use half the amount.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Water

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • skillet
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C) and coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, drained crushed pineapple (reserving juice), milk, reduced-sodium soy sauce, sliced green onions, minced garlic, fresh ginger, and black pepper.
  3. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, yielding approximately 21 meatballs. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). They should be golden brown.
  5. In a medium skillet, combine the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Simmer until the sugar fully dissolves.
  6. Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Stir this into the simmering teriyaki sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
  7. Add the baked meatballs to the skillet with the thickened teriyaki sauce and gently toss to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These meatballs can be served over fluffy rice or in crisp lettuce wraps. They are a perfect family-friendly option that can accommodate gluten-free diets!

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