Sticky Honey Garlic Meatballs – The Easy Dinner Everyone Loves Recipe
These Sticky Honey Garlic Meatballs are a deliciously easy dinner that everyone loves. Frozen meatballs are baked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce until caramelized and tender, then garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a tasty party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 32 ounces frozen meatballs
Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons lite soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Garnishes
- Sesame seeds
- Scallions or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the meatballs.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, ketchup, lite soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined, creating a sweet and savory sticky sauce.
- Coat Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the frozen meatballs with the prepared sauce. Stir well to ensure each meatball is thoroughly coated with the sauce.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the sauced meatballs into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are caramelized and the sauce has thickened to a sticky consistency.
- Garnish: Once baked, sprinkle the meatballs with sesame seeds and chopped scallions or parsley for fresh color and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the sticky honey garlic meatballs hot as a main dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use homemade or store-bought frozen meatballs depending on your preference.
- For extra caramelization, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Adjust garlic or soy sauce quantities according to taste preferences.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
