Description
Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Juicy ground meatballs are nestled in fluffy rice, all coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce. This one-pan dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a heartwarming meal that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Form into one-inch meatballs.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with oil. Sear meatballs until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- In a large baking dish, mix rinsed rice with chicken broth and add diced bell peppers and peas. Gently place seared meatballs on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to achieve a golden finish.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving; garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg