This Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner is an easy weeknight meal made with juicy chicken meatballs, roasted veggies, and a simple homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s high in protein, easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and ready in 45 minutes or less!
Estimated reading time: 11 minutes
Every now and then there’s an easy dinner recipe that just checks all the boxes – it’s not only easy and fuss-free, but it’s also SO unbelievably delicious… so much so that you just want to make it over and over again. This Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner is all that and more. Juicy meatballs made with lean ground chicken, fresh veggies, all roasted and then topped with the most delicious and EASY teriyaki glaze that you can make in the microwave. If you’re looking for a take-out style dinner with a TON of flavour, this Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner is the one!!
There are SO many reasons why we LOVE this easy Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner. Here are just a few!
- It comes together in ONE PAN: with minimal effort and cleanup, you’ll have dinner on the table in no time.
- It’s STICKY AND DELICIOUS: the teriyaki glaze elevates your meatballs to a takeout-style dinner.
- It’s NUTRITIOUS: with broccolini and carrots, AND meatballs made with lean chicken, you get fibre, carbs, and protein in one pan.
- It’s MEAL PREP FRIENDLY: it keeps well in the fridge for 3-5 days, and the meatballs can even be made ahead and frozen for later.
- It’s CUSTOMIZABLE: don’t like broccolini? Use green beans, zucchini, or your favourite vegetable.
Here are our favourite side dishes to serve with this sheet pan dinner:
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Want to make the most of this Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Diner recipe? Here are our best tips and tricks to make it extra good!
Use a microplane or fine grater to grate the garlic and ginger both for the meatballs and the sauce. This will help the flavours be evenly distributed through the meat and sauce, giving you flavourful meatballs.
This ensures easier manipulation and helps the meatballs hold their shape as they bake.
To make sure the meatball mixture doesn’t stick to your hands as you shape it, keep a bowl of warm water close by and dip your hands in it constantly.
To achieve even browning, leave some space around each meatball. Don’t be afraid to use a larger pan to fit all the meatballs and veggies your family needs.
Use an instant read thermometer to make sure you only bake your meatballs until they reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) internal temperature. This will ensure you get the juiciest meatballs.
For an easy dinner that future you will be thankful for, double the meatball mixture and put half of them in the freezer after you shape them.
Broil the sheet pan dinner for just a few minutes after you spooned the sauce on the meatballs. This will add depth to the flavours.
Running into trouble with this Teriyaki Meatballs recipe? Here are a few issues you might encounter and how to fix of prevent them:
Make sure you’re not over baking them by using an instant read thermometer. You can also add a tablespoon of mayo or increase the sesame seed oil in the mixture if the meat is very lean.
Flip your veggies halfway through the baking time and check the temperature of your oven. If your oven runs hot, decrease the temperature by 10-15 degrees.
Balance the flavours out with some more brown sugar and an extra splash of rice vinegar. Alternatively, you can use low sodium soy sauce.
Make sure you make all your meatballs the same size. Use a cookie scoop or a scale. This will ensure they all bake at the same time. You can also rotate the pan half way through the baking time,
Chop the carrots thicker and add the broccolini a few minutes later, so it cooks for less time. You can also roast the veggies on a different pan.
Feel free to line your pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier clean-up.
Here’s all the basic kitchen equipment you’ll need to make this easy Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner (paid links):
- large knife
- Cutting Board
- large sheet pan
- Microplane Zester
- Tongs
- Blender
- Garlic Press
- large mixing bowl
- cookie scoop
- Instant Read Thermometer
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this easy Teriyaki Meatballs recipe (paid links):
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound lean ground chicken (or turkey)
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 inch ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup spring onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seed oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or use dark soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
For the sides:
- 2 pounds fresh broccolini or broccoli (or use frozen)
- 4 spring onions or 1 red onion
- 3-4 carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seed oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or use a mix of dark and normal soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seed oil
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 inch ginger
For garnish
- spring onion
- sesame seeds
Want to switch things up? Here’s a few ideas to make this sheet pan dinner more your style.
- Make it Spicy: add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha to the meatball mixture and a few pinches of chili flakes to the sauce.
- Make a Vegetables Swap: swap out broccolini for green beans, bell peppers, or asparagus. Replace carrots with sweet potatoes, celery sticks, red onion, or your favourite veggies.
- Make a Protein Swap: instead of chicken use ground beef, pork, or a mix of both.
Time needed: 45 minutes
Here’s how to make this easy Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner recipe!
- Make the meatballs mixture
Mix all the meatball ingredients together in a large bowl. For best results, we suggest you use a microplane for the garlic and ginger and slice the spring onions very finely. Cover and let rest in the fridge while you prepare everything else.
- Prepare the veggies
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Wash and chop your carrots into 1/2 inch to 1 inch slices. Wash the broccolini and green onions and remove any loose leaves or bruised ends.
Season the veggies with oil, garlic powder, pepper, and soy sauce. - Start roasting
On a large sheet pan, add the carrots and bake for 10-15 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Shape the meatballs
While they bake, remove the meatball mixture from the fridge and form 1 inch balls. Work with wet hands for easy handling.
- Add the meatballs and greens and roast
Remove the sheet pan from the oven and add the meatballs, broccolini, and spring onions.
Continue baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for another 10-15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). - Make the sauce
While the meatballs bake, in a microwave safe bowl mix all the sauce ingredients. Microwave in 30 second increments until it starts bubbling and thickens a lot. Alternatively, you can do this in a small saucepan on the stove.
- Garnish and serve
Spoon the sauce over the meatballs. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds and serve.
Can this teriyaki meatballs sheet pan dinner be made in advance?
Yes! The leftover meatballs and veggies keep well in the fridge in airtight containers for 3 to 5 days.
Does this teriyaki meatballs sheet pan dinner freeze well?
Yes, freeze the meatballs raw or cooked (without the sauce). Thaw, reheat or cook, toss them with the sauce and serve. You can also freeze the cooked veggies and toss them with some extra sauce before serving. Make sure you protect the food from freezer burn in airtight containers or tightly wrapped, so they keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months.
What’s the best way to reheat the sheet pan teriyaki meatballs and the veggies?
You can reheat them in the microwave, in a skillet with a splash of water or on a baking sheet in the oven. Alternatively, you can reheat them in the air fryer adding the teriyaki sauce on top of them after.
Can I use ginger powder and garlic powder in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute raw ginger and garlic to the powder but for best results we suggest you use fresh ingredients.
Can I make this recipe with frozen brocoli?
Yes! You can use one cup of broccoli florets per serving.
Typically no, you should be able to make these meatballs without either one. However if your meat is too moist (especially if you’re using it after it’s been frozen) you can add breadcrumbs, or if the meat is too dry you can add a large egg.
We hope you love this easy Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner as much as we do! Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favourite easy sheet pan meal? We’d love to know!
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Teriyaki Meatballs Sheet Pan Dinner
Recipe: Equipment
Recipe: Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound lean ground chicken or turkey
- 6 cloves garlic pressed or finely minced
- 1 inch ginger finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup spring onions finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
For the veggies:
- 2 pounds broccolini or use regular broccoli
- 4 spring onions or 1 red onion
- 3-4 carrots sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic pressed or finely minced
- 1/2 inch ginger finely grated
To garnish
- spring onion chopped
- sesame seeds
Recipe: Instructions
- Mix all the meatball ingredients together in a large bowl. For best results, we suggest you use a microplane zester for the garlic and ginger and slice the spring onions very finely. Cover and let the meat mixture rest in the fridge while you prepare everything else.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and chop the carrots into 1/2 inch to 1 inch slices. Wash the broccolini and green onions.
- Season the veggies with oil, garlic powder, pepper, and soy sauce.
- On a large sheet pan, add the carrots and bake for 10-15 minutes, depending on thickness.
- While they bake, remove the meatball mixture from the fridge and form 1 inch balls. Work with wet hands for easy handling.
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven and add the meatballs, broccolini, and spring onions.
- Continue baking at 400°F (200°C) for another 10-15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the meatballs bake, in a microwave safe bowl mix together all the sauce ingredients. Microwave in 30 second increments until it starts bubbling and thickens a lot. Alternatively, you can do this in a small saucepan on the stove.
- Spoon the sauce over the meatballs. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds and serve with rice.
Recipe: Notes
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
To make this recipe ahead of time, or for storing leftovers, make the recipe as directed and store in an airtight container for up to 3 -5 days.Reheating Instructions
Reheat leftovers in a skillet on the stove with a splash of water until heated through, in the microwave, or on a sheet pan in the oven.Serving Suggestions
We suggest cooking a pot of rice while the sheet pan dinner bakes and serving the meatballs and veggies over the rice, along with the teriyaki sauce.Recipe: Nutrition
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
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