Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs , High-Protein Meal Prep

These Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs are sticky, sweet, and bold with heat. Packed with protein and coated in a glossy glaze, they hit that viral combo of flavor, texture, and ease. Cook once, eat all week.

Why You’ll Love These Meatballs

• High protein: Made with lean ground chicken, each serving packs serious protein.
• Sweet-heat balance: The glaze blends honey, sriracha, and garlic into one bold sauce.
• Meal-prep ready: These meatballs reheat beautifully and hold up in the fridge.
• Quick & easy: Just 30 minutes from start to finish.

Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• 1/3 cup honey
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium if needed)
• 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Mix meatball ingredients in a bowl. Roll into 1.5-inch balls. You should get 16–20.
3. Bake meatballs for 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. Make the sauce: Add all sauce ingredients to a pan. Simmer on medium heat for 4–5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Coat the meatballs: Add baked meatballs to the pan and toss to coat. Let simmer 1–2 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.

Meal Prep Tips

• Storage: Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Microwave or reheat in a skillet until warm.
• Serve with: Rice, cauliflower rice, noodles, or steamed veggies.

Macros (Per Serving)

4 meatballs and glaze

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fat: 12g

Serving Ideas

• Rice bowls with cucumbers and pickled onions.
• Over soba noodles or steamed broccoli.
• In wraps or pita with slaw.
• Chilled as protein snack.

Final though

These sticky meatballs hit all the marks high-protein, bold flavor, fast prep, and total versatility. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, they’re the kind of dish you’ll make on repeat.

Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Meatballs

These sticky honey garlic chicken meatballs are sweet, spicy, and packed with protein. Perfect for meal prep, they reheat beautifully and come together in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main

Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Calories: 290

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1/3 cup honey
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium if needed)
• 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Equipment

• mixing bowl
• baking sheet
• parchment paper
• saucepan
• measuring spoons

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Mix meatball ingredients in a bowl. Roll into 1.5-inch balls. You should get 16–20.
3. Bake meatballs for 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. Make the sauce: Add all sauce ingredients to a pan. Simmer on medium heat for 4–5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Add baked meatballs to the pan and toss to coat. Let simmer 1–2 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.

Notes

Storage: Keep in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat, Microwave or warm in a skillet. Serve with: Rice, noodles, steamed veggies, or in wraps.