CRISPY CHICKEN MEATBALLS

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 16 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons whole milk
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, plus 1 cup for breading
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 pound ground chicken, 50/50 white and dark meat
4 ounces mozzarella, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
Marinara, warmed, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the Parmesan, parsley, milk, salt, oregano, pepper flakes, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs and 1 egg. Add the chicken and gently stir to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat. Shape the meat mixture into bite-size balls and press a cube of mozzarella in the middle of each, sealing it with the meat around it.
  • Set up a standard breading station: put the flour in one shallow bowl, the remaining 1 cup of breadcrumbs in a separate bowl and the remaining 2 eggs in another separate bowl. Roll each meatball in the flour, then the egg wash, then the breadcrumbs.
  • Fill a medium Dutch oven a third of the way with vegetable oil and place over medium heat. Bring the oil to 350 degrees F using a deep-fry thermometer,
  • Drop in the meatballs a few at a time so as to not lower the temperature, and fry until deep golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and season with a pinch of salt. Continue with the remaining meatballs. Serve warm with marinara for dipping if desired.

Boakye Charles
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I'm not a big fan of chicken meatballs, but these were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


Rohit Jaiswal
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These meatballs are delicious! I love the crispy coating and the juicy inside. They're perfect for a party or a potluck.


K Mohamed
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I've made these meatballs several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're a great way to use up leftover chicken.


M2K.Mehedi Bot
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These meatballs are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make them.


Alpha Lhyaveson
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try, and these meatballs caught my eye. They're definitely a keeper!


Ayshasisayeliza Arabica
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These meatballs are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. I always add a few chopped carrots and celery to the mixture.


Masood Abbas
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my meatballs didn't turn out crispy at all. They were still good, but not what I was expecting.


A.H Rony
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These meatballs are perfect for a party or a potluck. They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.


Abdurrhim Patwary
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I'm always looking for new chicken recipes, and these meatballs definitely fit the bill. They're easy to make and they taste great.


imole olamolu
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover chicken. They're also a healthier alternative to traditional meatballs.


Kawtar Wiwi
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I'm not a fan of chicken meatballs, but I tried these and they were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


meraj khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out great! They were crispy and flavorful.


Happy Sandile
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These meatballs were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Sajid Jayed
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I wasn't sure how these meatballs would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried them! They were delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


RABBI Sk
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These meatballs are so good! I've made them several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the flavor is amazing.


Amjid shaikh
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! They were easy to make and very flavorful.


Abay Lamessa
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These chicken meatballs were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. I served them with a side of mashed potatoes and green beans, and everyone loved them.