Recipe: Chicken Cheese Balls 🍗🧀
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Chicken Cheese Balls, a perfect blend of chicken, creamy Philadelphia Cream Cheese, tangy mustard, and zesty lemon juice. These crispy bites are coated with finely ground mixed nuts for an irresistible crunch. Ideal for gatherings or as a savory snack, these cheese balls are sure to impress!
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Cheese, Meat, High Protein, High In… (fill in), Less than 30 Minutes, Refrigerator, Easy
- Calories: 112.3 per serving
- Fat Content: 9.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 8.3mg
- Sodium Content: 116.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.9g
- Fiber Content: 1.3g
- Sugar Content: 0.7g
- Protein Content: 3.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chicken
- 125g Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp prepared mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup mixed nuts, finely ground
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Blend or process the chicken, Philadelphia Cream Cheese, prepared mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. |
| 2 | Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow it to firm up. |
| 3 | Meanwhile, blend or process the mixed nuts until finely ground. |
| 4 | After chilling, roll the chicken mixture into small balls, then toss them in the ground nuts until evenly coated. |
| 5 | Once coated, cover the chicken cheese balls again and refrigerate for another hour to set. |
Tips:
- For added flavor, you can incorporate herbs and spices into the chicken mixture before shaping into balls.
- Ensure the chicken mixture is well chilled before rolling to make it easier to handle.
- Customize the coating by using different types of nuts or breadcrumbs for varied textures.
- Serve the chicken cheese balls with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Cheese Balls! 😋🎉
