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Irresistible Citrus Tangerine-Glazed Chicken Meatballs

Irresistible Citrus Tangerine-Glazed Chicken Meatballs Delight

Enjoy the delightful fusion of juicy chicken and zesty tangerine glaze in these Irresistible Citrus Tangerine-Glazed Chicken Meatballs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Can substitute with turkey or pork.
  • 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be used for vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Tangerine Juice (freshly squeezed) Lemon or orange juice can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Tangerine Zest Other citrus zests are also good alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos are good gluten-free options.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly spraying it with nonstick spray.
  2. Mix together in a large bowl the ground chicken, plain breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, and half of the freshly squeezed tangerine juice until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs, placing them snugly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Whisk together the remaining tangerine juice, zest, low-sodium soy sauce, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. Drizzle the tangy tangerine glaze over the baked meatballs right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of color. Keep cooking times in mind for consistent results.

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