09/01/2026
π Chicken Cheese Balls β Crispy, Juicy & Cheesy! π§
Golden and crispy on the outside, juicy chicken on the inside, with a gooey mozzarella center. These little bites are seriously addictive! π€€
π Ingredients
For the chicken mixture:
* 1.1 lb (500 g) ground chicken
* 1 egg white
* 2 tbsp cornstarch (about 16 g)
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* Β½ tsp onion powder
* Β½ tsp salt
* 1 tsp chicken bouillon
* Β½ tsp white pepper
* 1 tsp soy sauce
* 1 tbsp vegetable oil
* Mozzarella, cut into small cubes β about 5 g each
For the coating:
* 7 tbsp all-purpose flour (about 55 g)
* 1 large egg
* Β½ββ
cup (120β150 ml) cold water
* Pinch of salt
* Panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Add the ground chicken to a large bowl.
2. Add the egg white, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, chicken bouillon, white pepper, soy sauce, and vegetable oil.
3. Mix and knead for 2β3 minutes, until the mixture becomes sticky and smooth.
4. Take about 1 oz (30 g) of the chicken mixture. Place a 5 g cube of mozzarella in the center, completely seal the cheese inside, and roll into a ball.
5. Place the chicken balls in the freezer for 20 minutes. They should become firm, but not freeze solid.
6. Make the batter by whisking together the egg, Β½ββ
cup cold water, a pinch of salt, and flour. The consistency should be similar to thin sour cream.
7. Coat each ball in this order: flour β batter β panko breadcrumbs.
8. Freeze the breaded balls for another 15 minutes. This helps the coating set and reduces the chance of the cheese leaking out while frying.
9. Heat the oil to 330β340Β°F (165β170Β°C).
10. Fry in small batches for about 5β7 minutes, turning occasionally, until beautifully golden and crispy.
11. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165Β°F (74Β°C). Let the chicken cheese balls rest for 2β3 minutes before serving.
β¨ Best served hot with your favorite dipping sauce!