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Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake

Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake
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Indulge in the comforting flavors of Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake, a delightful one-pan dish that brings families together around the dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy meatballs made with ground beef or chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce that ties it all together. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. With minimal cleanup and simple ingredients, it’s a go-to recipe you’ll cherish for years to come.

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)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt to form meatballs.
  3. Sear meatballs in a skillet until browned.
  4. Prepare the honey garlic sauce by mixing honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and minced garlic over medium heat; thicken if desired.
  5. Spread rice in the baking dish; layer with vegetables and pour chicken broth over. Nestle meatballs into the mixture.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

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