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Paleo Curry Chicken Meatballs

Paleo and Whole30, these flavorful meatballs are sure to please any palate!
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Small Plate, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Keto Meatballs, Paleo Meatballs, Whole30 Meatballs
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 440kcal
Author: Krista Price

Ingredients

For the meatballs

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons hot madras curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

For the sauce

  • 2 tablespoons ghee or coconut oil
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ¼ cup fresh basil finely chopped

Instructions

  • Combine the ground chicken, coconut flour, egg, hot madras curry powder, garlic powder, turmeric powder, salt and smoked paprika in a large bowl.
  • Place mixture in freezer for 5 minutes. This makes the mixture easier to form into meatballs.
  • Remove mixture from freezer. Using wet hands, form mixture into 16 medium-sized meatballs (about 1 heaping tablespoon each). Set aside.
  • Heat the ghee or coconut oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Once hot, drop the meatballs into the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until evenly browned.
  • While the meatballs cook, whisk the garam masala into the coconut milk.
  • Once the meatballs are completely browned, add the coconut milk mixture and swirl it around the pan to evenly coat.
  • Lower heat, cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  • Turn off the heat. Add the basil to the pan and stir to combine.

Notes

This dish is great served over cauliflower rice or jasmine rice (if not strict Paleo).

Nutrition

Calories: 440kcal