Hoisin Chicken Balls

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Hoisin Chicken Balls, a perfect fusion of savory and sweet flavors! Made with tender ground chicken, aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onion, these bite-sized delights are baked to golden perfection and then coated in a luscious hoisin glaze. The addition of soy sauce and sesame oil brings a rich depth of umami, while a sprinkle of optional sesame seeds adds a touch of crunch and elegance. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, these chicken balls are ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or served atop fluffy steamed rice for a satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a flavorful weeknight dinner, this recipe promises to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground chicken
• 50 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, green onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the chicken balls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked through.

Step 5

While the chicken balls are baking, prepare the hoisin glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the hoisin sauce, water, and vegetable oil. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until the glaze is warm and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Once the chicken balls are cooked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl.

Step 7

Pour the hoisin glaze over the chicken balls and gently toss to coat them evenly.

Step 8

Transfer the glazed chicken balls to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as an appetizer or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	782.6 grams (782.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533

Total Fat 96.20g	123%
Saturated Fat 20.10g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g
Cholesterol 622mg	207%
Sodium 2597mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 68.40g	25%
Dietary Fiber 5.30g	19%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 116.90g	234%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 280mg	22%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 3096mg	66%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 17.0%