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    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs

    Published: May 30, 2017 · Last Modified: Oct 27, 2021 by Jessica · 4 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce for delicious spicy kick!

    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!

    When I made these for he first time, I was not expecting the amount of deliciousness that is these little chicken meatballs. They waaaay exceeded my expectations! These asian-inspired meatballs have such a delicious depth of flavor with a little zing from the addition of a little ginger and crushed red pepper.

    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!

    The star of the show here though is my simple secret to the extraordinary flavor of these meatballs.. the NEW P.F. Chang's® Home Menu sauces! They are absolutely delicious and help you to simplify Asian cuisine so you can skip the take-out and make tasty dishes in your own home! This Kung pao flavor is my favorite. Such a nice sweet and spicy kick!

    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!

     Ingredients

    • Ground chicken breast
    • Soy sauce
    • Egg
    • Ground ginger
    • Onion powder
    • Garlic powder
    • Salt & pepper
    • Crushed red pepper
    • Seasoned panko
    • P.F. Chang's® Home Menu Kung Pao sauce

    How to make Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs:

    1. Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and mix them up with your hands distributing them all evenly.
    2. Scoop and roll them into about 17-18 little balls.
    3. Bake on a foil-lined greased baking sheet until cooked through completely.
    4. Take your hot meatballs and throw them into a bowl. Pour some of your P.F. Chang's® Kung Pao sauce over them and toss those little delicious nuggets in there until completely coated.
    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!
    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!

    You can serve them in a big dish and scoop them out to serve or you can get all fancy and cute by adding a toothpick in each one and serve them on a platter for a fun appetizer!

    If you make this recipe, I’d LOVE to know what you think below! I would so appreciate you leaving a star rating and/or comment. Also, please don’t forget to share a photo of your delicious finished recipe on Instagram or Facebook and give me a tag so I can see!

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    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs - Extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce!

    Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs

    Jessica
    These extremely flavorful asian chicken meatballs are covered in a spicy kung pao sauce for delicious spicy kick!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Servings 12 1" meatballs

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb. ground chicken breast
    • 1 tbs soy sauce
    • 1 egg lightly whisked
    • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
    • ½ cup seasoned panko
    • ½ cup P.F. Chang's® Home Menu Kung Pao sauce

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, add all ingredients except for the sauce. Mix with hands until all ingredients are completely combined. Scoop about 1-2 tablespoons and roll into a ball with hands. Grease hands lightly with cooking spray before rolling for ease. Please each meatball on baking sheet about one inch apart. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until cooked through.
    • Take hot meatballs and add to a large bowl. Pour sauce on top and toss to coat. Serve in bowl or place meatballs on a platter and stick a toothpick in the center of each one. Garnish with sesame seeds and crushed red pepper, if desired.
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      These recipes all look great. Thanks for posting them.

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        Thanks so much, Marguerite! <3

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