Looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner or appetizer? Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are the answer. These tender, juicy meatballs are packed with flavor from a homemade teriyaki glaze that’s both sweet and savory, making them the perfect balance of taste. Whether served as an appetizer, over rice, or alongside veggies, they’re a versatile and delicious choice for any meal.
The magic of these meatballs lies in the combination of simple ingredients. Ground chicken is seasoned with garlic, ginger, and green onions, creating a savory base that pairs perfectly with the sweet teriyaki glaze. The meatballs are baked in the oven, keeping them juicy while allowing the outside to develop a light crispness. The teriyaki sauce is easy to make from scratch, with soy sauce, honey, and a splash of rice vinegar for acidity. It’s the perfect topping for these little bites of flavor, making every bite an irresistible blend of sweetness and umami.
These Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are incredibly versatile. Serve them over steamed rice for a hearty meal or on their own as a snack or appetizer for your next gathering. They’re also great for meal prep, simply make a batch at the beginning of the week and enjoy them in lunches, on salads, or with vegetables.
What makes this dish even better is how simple it is to prepare. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a batch of these flavorful meatballs ready to enjoy. Plus, because they’re baked rather than fried, they’re a healthier alternative to traditional meatballs, without sacrificing any of the flavor.
Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a quick weeknight meal, or just craving something with a little extra kick, Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection

Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Green onions finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- sesame seeds toasted, for garnish
- Green onions chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into tablespoon-sized meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, make the teriyaki sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the water and cornstarch until dissolved. Add the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, stirring constantly.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and brush with the teriyaki sauce. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Enjoy!
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My kids loved them! They even asked for seconds. It’s a winner in my house. 5 stars!
Tried these on a whim. They turned out great, but I forgot the sesame oil. Still yummy! 4 stars.
Good recipe, but I substituted beef for chicken. Still came out tasty!
These meatballs are delicious! The teriyaki sauce has such a great flavor!
These meatballs are a game changer! So tender and packed with flavor! Will make them again for sure. 🍗😊
These meatballs were a hit at dinner! So flavorful! 😍
Not bad, but I think the soy sauce was too much. I added more honey to balance it out. Still, kinda tasty.
This recipe is too complicated! Just fry the chicken! You don’t need all these fancy sauces.
Eew, health things like chicken yuck. I prefer beef.
But chicken can be really good if cooked right! You should try it! 😊
Easy and delicious! Used leftover soy sauce from takeout, no waste! 🌟
I love using leftovers too! This recipe is a winner! 🍽️
Why does everyone always say ground chicken? Chicken is chicken, man.
I didn’t have hoisin sauce so used BBQ sauce instead, it’s not teriyaki anymore lol!
LOL, BBQ sauce? That sounds interesting! Might just have to try that twist!
These meatballs turned out amazing! My family loved them!
Noms!!! I can’t stop eating these! Perfect for meal prep!
I loved them too! I made a double batch, and they were gone in a day. 😋
Nice! Will make it again. My kid loves these meatballs!!!
These meatballs are the bomb! So juicy with amazing flavors. My kids devoured them!
I tried this recipe but found it meh. The meatballs were kinda dry. 🤷♀️
I think it’s important to check the baking time and maybe when you mix the ingredients, don’t forget to add enough moisture. Sometimes ground chicken just needs that extra kick! 🤔
Can you make this with tofu instead of chicken? Asking for a vegetarian friend.
Meatballs = good. Chicken = good! You can’t wrong with this! Yum! 😋
5 stars all the way!! Super easy to make, and tasted like restaurant quality!
Awesome meal! Making it again this weekend! 💖
Yum! I skipped the red pepper flakes and they were still great. 👍
I didn’t think they could be good without the red pepper, but you proved me wrong! Thanks for sharing! 😊
Just okay. Wish there was more spice, didn’t really taste the red pepper flakes.
Simple and fun! I let my kids help shape the meatballs. Thanks!
I was skeptical at first. Ground chicken is a bit bland, but the sauce was nice.
Baked chicken meatballs? Sounds boring. More like baked chicken mushballs! 😂
Kinda boring if I’m honest. Could use some kick! Maybe sriracha next time?
I was skeptical at first, but these turned out really nice. Not sure if I’d make them again, too many steps for a weeknight meal.
Yummm! I used turkey instead of chicken and they turned out amazing! The teriyaki sauce was really good too. 10/10
Glad you liked it! Using turkey sounds like a smart twist! 🦃
I don’t know about turkey, sounds kinda weird. Isn’t teriyaki better with chicken?
I don’t have honey so used maple syrup, still tasted yum! Kids devoured them, thanks!
These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! So easy to make and super delicious. Definitely 5 stars!
Simple recipe! My kids loved them. Just watch the baking time, they can get dry if too long. 👍
Glad to hear your kids loved them! Yes, I almost made them dry once too. Thanks for the tip!
Can you substitute the ground chicken for beef? Asking for a friend.
You can probably substitute beef, but it will change the taste a lot! Ground turkey might be a better choice if you’re looking for a lighter option.
Beef? Why would you do that? This is supposed to be chicken meatballs. Just stick to the recipe! 😒
These meatballs are fantastic! My kids loved them! Definitely making again.
Not impressed. I’ve had better teriyaki meatballs. The sauce felt too runny.
I thought the sauce was too thick. I ended up adding more water. Maybe a 3 for this one.
I totally agree! The sauce can be a bit too thick. I usually add a bit of extra water too to balance it out.
Nah, I think the sauce is perfect as is. Maybe reduce the cooking time a bit? 🤷♂️
Isn’t teriyaki usually made with beef? Why chicken? I’ll give it a 1 because I’m confused.
I dunno, they weren’t as teriyaki as I expected. Kinda bland. I give it a 2, but maybe I’m just picky?
Super quick and easy! I added pineapple chunks and it was delicious!
These meatballs taste like a restaurant! So good. Will try with tofu next time.
Wow, tofu in those meatballs?! That’s gonna be interesting. I’m not sure if it will taste the same tho. Good luck!
I tried these too and they are amazing! Can’t believe how good they are. Your idea of tofu is unique! 👍
Did I miss something? Is the honey really necessary? I don’t like sweet.
I think the honey adds a nice glaze and balance. If you don’t like sweet, maybe try reducing the amount or just leave it out? But I wouldn’t skip the sauces entirely!
I wasn’t sure about using ground chicken, but these turned out great. Will be making again!
I’m really glad to hear that! Ground chicken is super versatile. Just gotta keep experimenting with new flavors! 🍗👍
I dunno man, ground chicken can be kinda dry sometimes. I prefer beef, but if it worked for you, that’s cool I guess.
I’m skeptical about using chicken for meatballs instead of beef. They came out okay, but not my favorite dish ever.
It was okay, but I expected more flavor. Not sure if I’d make again.
I totally get what you mean! I added more spices next time and it kicked up the flavor a lot! Maybe give it another shot? 🍽️
They were good but I didn’t have hoisin sauce, didn’t know what that was, haha!
I tried this recipe but the sauce was too salty for me. Maybe less soy sauce next time?
Yummy! 😋 I added some red bell pepper to the mix. Will do again!
Easy to make but they didn’t taste like much. Might need more seasoning next time.
My kids ate them all! Thanks for such a great recipe. Chicken can be touchy sometimes.
So glad to hear your kids loved it! Chicken can be tricky, but this recipe sounds foolproof. I’m definitely trying this next!
My kids are picky eaters, I don’t know about this. Chicken meatballs? Sounds weird. 🤔