Rice Balls Recipe

Name: Rice Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup short grain brown rice or 1 cup leftover cooked rice; nonstick cooking spray; 3 teaspoons olive oil; 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken cutlet; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup pureed sweet potato; 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/2 1/2 cup broccoli, puree or 1/2 cup butternut squash puree; 1 1/2 cups whole wheat cracker crumbs or 1 1/2 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1/2 cup short grain brown rice or 1 cup leftover cooked rice
nonstick cooking spray
3 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken cutlet
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup pureed sweet potato
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 1/2 cup broccoli, puree or 1/2 cup butternut squash puree
1 1/2 cups whole wheat cracker crumbs or 1 1/2 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs

1
If needed, cook the rice according to package directions.
2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Spray a nonstick pan with cooking spray, heat, then add 1 tsp olive oil. Cook the chicken until no longer pink, 4-5 minutes.
3
Cut the chicken into pieces, then place into a food processor. Add the sweet potato puree, cheddar cheese, buttermilk, and blend until smooth.
4
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, then add the rice. Roll into 1 inche balls and place them on a tray lined with waxed paper or aluminum foil.
5
Combine the egg with vegetable puree in a shallow bowl. Then put the breadcrumbs into a second bowl.
6
Roll the rice balls into the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs.
7
Use the remaining 2 tsp of oil in the non stick pan. Cook the rice balls over medium heat until crispy. 5-7 minutes total. Serve warm.

492

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 cup short grain brown rice or 1 cup leftover cooked rice, nonstick cooking spray, 3 teaspoons olive oil, 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken cutlet, and more.

Yes, Rice 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.

Rice Balls

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