Easy Teriyaki Meatballs (High Protein, Family-Friendly)
These Easy Teriyaki Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a sticky homemade teriyaki sauce. They’re quick to make, protein-packed, and perfect for busy weeknights.
My husband loves topping his with sriracha mayo for extra heat, and the kids devour them with rice and broccoli. As a family of five, I double the recipe so we have leftovers—perfect for next-day lunches!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High protein – Made with lean ground beef or turkey.
- Fast & easy – Ready in about 30 minutes.
- Family friendly – Mild flavor the kids enjoy, with the option to spice it up.
- Meal prep win – Doubles well and reheats beautifully.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Tablespoon scoop (for portioning meatballs)
- Baking sheet (lined with parchment or foil)
- Oven set to 400°F
- Medium saucepan (for sauce)
- Whisk
- Tongs or spoon (for coating meatballs in sauce)
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Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 green onion stalks (or ½ onion), finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
For the Teriyaki Sauce
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Honey, to taste
- Sprinkle of chili flakes
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Mix the meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, egg, salt, pepper, chili powder, and ginger until well mixed.
Step 2 – Shape the meatballs
Use a 1-tablespoon scoop to portion the mixture. Roll into balls with your hands and place on a baking sheet.
Step 3 – Bake
Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
Step 4 – Make the sauce
In a pan, whisk together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, garlic, honey, chili flakes, and cornstarch. Simmer until thickened.
Step 5 – Coat the meatballs
Add the baked meatballs into the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
Step 6 – Serve & enjoy
Serve over rice with steamed broccoli. Garnish with sesame seeds, and add sriracha mayo if you like extra spice!
Family Tips
- Double it: Perfect for larger families or meal prep. Leftovers reheat well for lunch the next day.
- Make ahead: Roll the meatballs earlier in the day, refrigerate, then bake when ready to cook dinner.
- Switch it up: Try ground chicken for a lighter option.
