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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 flavorful and comforting one-dish meal that combines juicy meatballs in a sweet and savory sauce with tender rice and vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep!

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: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Make the Meatballs: Combine meatball ingredients, form into small meatballs, sear in a skillet.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Cook honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and garlic until slightly thickened.
  4. Assemble the Bake: Spread rice in the dish, add veggies, place meatballs, pour sauce over.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Cover with foil, bake for 40 minutes, then uncover and bake for 10-15 minutes more.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Let rest, garnish with green onions, and enjoy!

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

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