Description
A simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring tender meatballs coated in a glossy sweet chili glaze, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
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1 pound (450 g) ground beef or ground chicken
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1/2 cup (60 g) plain breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup (240 ml) sweet chili sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk until softened. Add ground meat, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
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Shape into 1-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
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Bake for 15–18 minutes until cooked through.
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In a saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and garlic powder. Simmer over medium heat.
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Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes, stirring gently to coat.
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Serve warm with toothpicks or keep warm in a slow cooker.
Notes
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Meatballs can be made ahead and reheated in the sauce.
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Adjust sweetness or spice by modifying the sauce ingredients.
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Ideal for serving as an appetizer or over rice for a meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes