Honey Garlic Meatball & Rice Bake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Honey Garlic Meatball & Rice Bake, a perfect one-pan meal that combines tender meatballs, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables in a sticky-sweet garlic sauce. This dish is not only family-friendly but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or planning a cozy family gathering, this dish is sure to impress. The savory-sweet honey garlic sauce elevates the entire meal, making it a standout option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 cup uncooked long grain or jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil (optional), salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs.
- Sear meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until brown on all sides.
- Prepare the honey garlic sauce by combining honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and minced garlic in a saucepan; simmer until combined.
- Spread rice and vegetables in the baking dish; nestle meatballs on top and drizzle with sauce.
- Cover and bake for 40 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until rice is cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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