How to Make Easy Chicken Balls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken is a versatile and delicious meat that can be used in a variety of recipes. One fun and easy way to enjoy chicken is by making chicken balls. These bite-sized appetizers or entrees are perfect for parties, game day snacks, or as a simple and flavorful dinner option. And the best part? They are incredibly easy to make!

With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create these scrumptious chicken balls in no time. Whether you fry them to a golden crisp or bake them for a h...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground chicken
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons whole cloves, ground
  • ¼ cup ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ⅛ cup crushed buttery round cracker crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 30 chicken balls

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, onion, cloves, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, ketchup, basil, parsley and eggs. Mix well and form about 30 balls out of the mixture, using hands.
  • Roll balls in extra Parmesan cheese and cracker crumbs. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and fry chicken balls until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    508 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 772mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 99g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 224mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 76mg