Description
Butter Chicken Meatballs are a delightful fusion of tender meatballs and a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion. Infused with iconic Indian spices, these bite-sized wonders promise to turn any meal into a flavor-packed adventure. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, these meatballs will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup tandoori masala
- 1/2 cup tomato puree
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, breadcrumbs, and chopped cilantro. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides (about 6-8 minutes).
- Remove excess oil from the skillet and add tomato puree, coconut milk, and tandoori masala. Stir until well combined.
- Gently place the seared meatballs into the sauce and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving over rice or with naan bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 meatballs (140g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg