Savory Honey Garlic Meatball Rice Bake

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or ground chicken
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
• 1 cup uncooked long grain or jasmine white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
• 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas (unthawed)
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional for garnish)