Spicy chicken meatballs in less oil। How to make chicken meatballs। Air fryer chicken meatballs

ground chicken

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar flavor, while spinach is more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are healthier, while crushed crackers can be cheaper.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped onion, ginger/garlic paste, salt, black pepper powder, oil, cumin & coriander powder, garam masala powder, egg white, corn starch, chopped cilantro, and finely chopped green chilies.

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

Form the mixture into small meatballs.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until browned.

Transfer the meatballs to an air fryer and cook until cooked through.

For the sauce, melt butter in a pan and sauté finely chopped garlic until fragrant.

Add hot chili sauce, soy sauce, chili paste, and vinegar to the pan and mix well.

Serve the meatballs hot with the sauce.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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