Not-Fried Chicken Cheese Balls

Courtesy of Mr. Food Test Kitchen

Servings: 8

Prep Time: n/a

Cook Time: 15 Min.

What you need:

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+ 1/2 c. Italian bread crumbs

+ 2 c. shredded cooked chicken

+ 4 slices crispy-cooked bacon, crumbled

+ 1/2 c. all-purpose flour

+ 2 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

+ 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

+ 2 eggs, beaten

+ 1/2 tsp. onion powder

+ 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

+ 3/4 tsp. salt

+ 1/2 tsp. black pepper

What to do:

1. In a shallow dish, place bread crumbs; set aside. In a large bowl, combine chicken, bacon, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cheese, and parsley; mix well. Stir in eggs until thoroughly combined. Form mixture into 1-inch balls, then roll in bread crumbs.

2. Place chicken balls in a single layer in air fry basket (see NOTE). Set to 400°F and cook 8 minutes or until golden. Repeat with remaining balls. Serve immediately.

*NOTE: If you don't happen to have an air fryer - no worries! You can make this in your oven too. Just preheat your oven to 375°F, and bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.

Recipe and Image from the Mr. Food Test Kitchen