Description

If you’re in search of a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, look no further than this Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake. Combining tender meatballs with fluffy rice and a delightful honey garlic sauce, this one-pan dish is not only easy to prepare, but it’s also sure to impress everyone at the table. With its balance of sweet and savory flavors, it invites seconds and becomes a staple in your home. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to swap proteins or add your favorite vegetables to suit your family’s tastes. Simple, delicious, and satisfying, this recipe is bound to be a hit!

Ingredients

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1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground chicken
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional but recommended)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons water
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 cup uncooked white rice (long grain or jasmine)
2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
1/2 cup frozen peas (no need to thaw)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil (optional), pepper, and salt until combined. Roll into 20–24 meatballs.
Sear meatballs in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Prepare the honey garlic sauce by simmering honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and minced garlic in a saucepan until bubbling.
Layer uncooked rice in the greased baking dish; add peas and bell peppers. Drizzle with olive oil or butter.
Nestle meatballs into the rice mixture and pour the honey garlic sauce over everything.
Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until rice is cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 80mg