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Weeknight • Beef

Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs & Broccoli

This easy oven-baked meal features juicy meatballs and tender broccoli coated in a sticky, sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, all on one sheet pan.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs & Broccoli

Get ready for a weeknight hero! This Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Meatballs & Broccoli recipe is all about maximum flavor with minimal effort. Juicy, homemade meatballs (or store-bought for speed!) and tender-crisp broccoli get coated in a delicious sticky honey garlic sauce, all roasted together on one pan. Dinner just got a whole lot easier and more delicious!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

For the Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion or shallot
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Honey Garlic Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)

For the Remaining Dish

  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2

    In a medium bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, 2 minced garlic cloves, chopped onion/shallot, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Do not overmix. Form into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly spaced on one half of the prepared baking sheet.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves (for sauce), and grated ginger (if using).

  4. Step 4

    In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange the broccoli on the other half of the baking sheet, beside the meatballs.

  5. Step 5

    Pour about half of the honey garlic sauce over the meatballs. Reserve the rest of the sauce for later.

  6. Step 6

    Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully flip the meatballs and toss the broccoli. Pour the remaining honey garlic sauce over both the meatballs and broccoli, ensuring everything is coated.

  7. Step 7

    Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C) and the broccoli is tender-crisp with slightly charred edges. The sauce should be sticky and caramelized.

  8. Step 8

    Serve hot over cooked rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Tips

  • To save time, use a bag of pre-made frozen meatballs (cook according to package directions, then add sauce for the last 10-15 minutes).
  • Don't overcrowd the pan; use two baking sheets if necessary to ensure even cooking and browning.
  • A squeeze of lime juice at the end can add a bright finish to the dish.

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