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Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake

Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake

Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake is a delicious, family-friendly dish that combines tender meatballs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, all baked over fluffy rice. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family dinners, offering an irresistible flavor profile that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With easy preparation and simple ingredients, this recipe lets you enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personalized touch!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, peas)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, and salt. Form into small meatballs.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and sear meatballs until browned (2–3 minutes per side).
  4. In a saucepan, mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, and garlic; heat until bubbling.
  5. Spread uncooked rice in the baking dish; layer veggies on top and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and nestle meatballs into the mixture; pour honey garlic sauce over everything.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until rice is cooked.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize by adding vegetables like carrots or broccoli. Use ground turkey for a leaner option. Allow to rest before serving for optimal texture.