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Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake

Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake is an irresistible dish that brings together tender meatballs glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this easy recipe guarantees maximum flavor with minimal effort. With vibrant vegetables adding color and crunch, it’s a wholesome meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 cups cooked long-grain rice
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground meat, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs about one inch in diameter.
  4. Spread cooked rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish and add in the chopped vegetables.
  5. Place the meatballs on top of the rice and veggies.
  6. Mix additional honey and soy sauce; drizzle over the dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking. Feel free to customize with your choice of vegetables or substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice.