Chicken Pistachio Balls Recipe

Name: Chicken Pistachio Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Balls/patties; 1/2 lb ground chicken or 1/2 lb ground turkey; 1/3 cup pistachio nut, chopped; 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon lemon, zest of, grated; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon mint, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 dashes pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup flour; Sauce; 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt; 3 tablespoons mango chutney; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; salt; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

Balls/patties
1/2 lb ground chicken or 1/2 lb ground turkey
1/3 cup pistachio nut, chopped
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon lemon, zest of, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon mint, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 dashes pepper
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup flour
Sauce
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
3 tablespoons mango chutney
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt
pepper, to taste

1
Mix the chicken, nuts, breadcrumbs, lemon zest, coriander, mint, salt and pepper, and egg in a mixing bowl.
2
Form the mixture into balls or patties and dredge in flour to lightly coat.
3
Heat oil in large frypan and gently cook the chicken balls/patties, turning carefully, until golden.
4
(For appetizers: serve on a plate with toothpicks.) For the sauce: Mix together the yogurt, chutney, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste; serve on the side as a dipper.
5
You can also make a sauce with the yogurt, 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
6
Serves 2 as a main course; a nice rice salad or pilaf is a good accompaniment.

230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Balls/patties, 1/2 lb ground chicken or 1/2 lb ground turkey, 1/3 cup pistachio nut, chopped, 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pistachio 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.

Chicken Pistachio Balls

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