Craving something saucy, sweet, and a little spicy? These Spicy Honey Garlic Glazed Meatballs are the ultimate bite-sized dinner or appetizer. Whether you serve them over rice, tuck them into a wrap, or serve with toothpicks for parties, they’re sure to be a hit.
Made with ground beef or turkey, these meatballs are oven-baked and then tossed in a sticky, garlicky honey glaze with a subtle kick of chili — giving you the perfect balance of flavor in every bite.
✅ Why You’ll Love These Meatballs
- Sweet, spicy, and savory glaze
- Oven-baked = less mess
- Perfect for dinner, lunch, or party food
- Freezer-friendly and great for meal prep
- Can be made with beef, turkey, or chicken
These meatballs bring big flavor with minimal effort, and they’re easy to customize for spice level or dietary needs.
🍖 Spicy Honey Garlic Meatball Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (use almond flour for low carb)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped onion or onion powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Glaze:
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional, to thicken)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a bowl, mix all meatball ingredients until just combined. Roll into 1-inch balls.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine glaze ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry if a thicker sauce is desired.
- Toss hot meatballs in the glaze and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes in a skillet or return to oven to caramelize slightly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds and serve hot.
🍽️ How to Serve:
- Over steamed jasmine or cauliflower rice
- In a lettuce wrap or pita
- With roasted vegetables or noodles
- As party skewers with extra glaze on the side
