Cheesy Fried Chicken Parm Balls Recipe

Name: Cheesy Fried Chicken Parm Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 mozzarella string cheese; 1 lb ground chicken; 2 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning, divided; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided; vegetable oil, for frying; 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 large eggs; marinara sauce, for dipping

Servings: persons

2 mozzarella string cheese
1 lb ground chicken
2 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning, divided
2 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 cups flour
2 large eggs
marinara sauce, for dipping

1
Cut each mozzarella stick in half lengthwise. Then cut each piece horizontally into 4 pieces. You should have small 16 pieces.
2
Add the ground chicken, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to a bowl. Mix to combine thoroughly.
3
Flatten about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the ground chicken mixture into the palm of your hand. Add a piece of mozzarella in the center. Seal and cover the cheese, rolling into a ball, and place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours.
4
Add about 3 inches of oil to a Dutch oven and heat to 350°F.
5
Add the panko, parmesan and garlic powder to a large bowl and whisk to combine.
6
Add the flour, Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a separate large bowl and whisk to combine.
7
Add eggs and about 2 tablespoons of water to a separate bowl and whisk to combine.
8
Dredge the frozen chicken in the flour, then coat in the egg wash, then cover in the panko mixture. Place on a sheet pan while you finish the rest.
9
Fry nuggets until cooked and the cheese is melted, about 5-7 minutes. Let drain on a paper towel lined sheet tray.
10
Serve with marinara sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 mozzarella string cheese, 1 lb ground chicken, 2 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning, divided, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Fried Chicken Parm Balls falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Fried Chicken Parm Balls

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