Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake: A Sweet & Savory One-Pan Family Favorite
This Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake is a sweet, savory, and hearty one-pan dinner that combines juicy meatballs, fluffy rice, and a sticky honey garlic glaze—perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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20–24 fully cooked meatballs (homemade or frozen)
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1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
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2¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
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⅓ cup honey
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⅓ cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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½ tsp ground ginger (optional)
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1 tbsp oil or spray for greasing
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Optional: sliced green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
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In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, and ginger. Set aside.
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Add rice and broth to the baking dish. Stir to combine.
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Place cooked meatballs evenly over the rice.
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Pour sauce over the top, spreading evenly.
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Cover tightly with foil. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until rice is tender.
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Optional: Uncover and broil 3–5 minutes to caramelize tops.
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Let rest 5–10 minutes. Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
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Use jasmine or basmati rice for extra aroma.
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Add veggies like peas, carrots, or broccoli halfway through baking.
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For spicier flavor, stir sriracha into the sauce.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.