Description
Crispy Chicken Cheese Balls are a delicious appetizer made with chicken and cheese, coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small balls.
- Dip each ball in beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the balls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
Notes
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Can be baked for a healthier option.
- Use leftover chicken for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Crispy Chicken Cheese Balls, Chicken Appetizer, Fried Cheese Balls