Crunchy Fried Chicken Balls with Ground Chicken

A quick freezer friendly snack to prep for kids or snack o clock!

Some dishes are far better than they sound. These Crunchy Fried Chicken Balls are right up there. They're flavored with Asian flavours and made with a whole lot of desi mama love (and a little mirch!). My mother made these for us when we were growing up and I devoured them with the same enthusiasm as my girls do now.

What goes in Fried Chicken Balls

The cast of characters is straightforward

• ground chicken
• soy sauce
• ginger garlic paste
• scallions
• cilantro
• green chilies
• mayo
• bread crumbs

Are they hard to make? (Tips!)

Short answer: no. In fact the trick to getting them just right is to mix the ground chicken mix as little as possible. Yes, my friends another instance where laziness pays off. I think the hardest thing about them is the rolling/dredging so here are some tips to make that easier.

• Use a greased cookie scoop to portion out your mix, fast easy and your hands stay clean (for now)

• When rolling the chicken into balls lightly grease your hands and this keeps your hands cleaner but also makes it faster

How do I store them?

Marinated and uncooked they can keep in the fridge for 2 days, but beyond that I suggest putting them in the freezer. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

What do I serve with these ground chicken balls?

These Crunchy Fried Chicken Balls make for a great afternoon snack with a little bit of your favorite chilli sauce. However, if you are expecting company and want to serve a nicer afternoon tea I suggest a combination of the following

• One of my favourite Chai Cakes like the Walnut Crumb Cake or Yoghurt Cake
• This Spinach and Artichoke Puff Pastry Braid
• Fresh fruit

Print Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Crunchy Fried Chicken Balls

seasoned ground chicken with a crispy crunchy coating

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time8 minutes mins

Total Time28 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Snacks

Cuisine: fusion, pakistani

Servings: 16 pieces

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Sarah Mir

Ingredients

Chicken mix

• ▢ 1 lb ground chicken (lean)
• ▢ 3 scallions (sliced green parts only)
• ▢ 2 tbsp minced cilantro
• ▢ 1 tsp ginger paste
• ▢ 1 tsp garlic paste
• ▢ 2-3 minced green chilies
• ▢ 2 tbsp mayo
• ▢ ⅓ cup bread crumbs (can add more if your chicken mix is too soft to shape)
• ▢ ¾ tsp salt
• ▢ ½ tsp pepper
• ▢ 1.5 tbsp soy sauce

Coating

• ▢ 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko is best)
• ▢ 1 egg whisked with a splash of water and salt

Instructions

• Combine all the chicken ingredients in a bowl gently mixing to keep the mix soft.
• Roll your chicken into 1.5 tbsp sized balls (I use a greased cookie scoop!)
• Give each piece a whirl in the egg wash and then the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
• Fry immediately or refrigerate for up to two days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

While these have flavour they are not spicy. if you want yours to pack a punch I'd increase the green chillies and add half a tsp of chili powder

Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 186mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 109IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

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