Go Back
–+ servings
Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs

Savory Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs: Flavorful & Family-Friendly

Delightful Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs that balance savory and sweet flavors, perfect for weeknights and gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or turkey or pork
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free options available
  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce or soy sauce mixed with lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions or chives/shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • a handful Cilantro/Mint or parsley/basil
For Serving
  • Dipping Sauces like nuoc cham
  • Salad or Lettuce Wraps

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, garlic, fish sauce, sugar, cilantro, and green onions. Mix until well combined without overworking the mixture.
  2. Lightly oil your hands, scoop out portions of the mixture, and shape them into small meatballs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Allow the meatballs to cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes before serving them warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 14gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These meatballs are freezer-friendly, allowing for easy meal prep.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!