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Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake Recipe

Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake Recipe
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This Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines juicy meatballs in a sweet and savory sauce with tender rice and colorful vegetables. It’s a complete meal perfect for a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 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

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

  • 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)

For the Rice Bake:

  • 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 and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (or similar-sized) baking dish with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
  2. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, and salt. Form into small meatballs and sear in a skillet until browned.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and garlic in a saucepan. Thicken with cornstarch if desired.
  4. Assemble the Bake: Spread uncooked rice in the baking dish, add bell peppers and peas. Pour in chicken broth and nestle meatballs in the mixture. Pour sauce over the top.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until rice is cooked and top is golden.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Let rest, then sprinkle with green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables to the bake.
  • This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.

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Keywords: Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake, Meatball Bake, Rice Casserole, Comfort Food Recipe

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