Spicy Mapo Chicken Meatballs (麻辣鸡肉丸)

麻辣鸡肉丸 (Spicy Mapo Chicken Meatballs) is a popular Sichuan dish known for its bold and spicy flavors. These juicy and tender chicken meatballs are infused with the numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns and the fiery kick of chili peppers, creating a mouthwatering dish that is sure to satisfy your spice cravings.

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Spicy Mapo Chicken Meatballs (麻辣鸡肉丸)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine)
  • 2 tbsp chili oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the chili oil, Sichuan peppercorns, and remaining soy sauce. Stir in the chicken broth and Chinese cooking wine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss to coat them in the spicy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve the spicy mapo chicken meatballs hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Small bowl

Tools

Grater Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the spicy mapo chicken meatballs over steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more chili oil or Sichuan peppercorns to the sauce.

Cost

$15