🍽️Appetizer

Creamy Chicken & Cheese Nut-Crusted Balls

Name: Creamy Chicken & Cheese Nut-Crusted Balls
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 150 g cooked chicken, finely minced; 125 g cream cheese, softened; 1 teaspoon mustard; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 150 g mixed salty nuts (pretzels, salted biscuits, salted almonds, salted hazelnuts), finely crushed; Salt, to taste

"These creamy chicken and cheese balls are a refined no-cook appetizer with a bright lemon-mustard note and a crunchy, salty nut coating. Chilled and elegant, they’re perfect for entertaining or serving as part of a mezze platter."

Prep:20 min

Cook:45 min

LevelMedium

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Health Benefits

High-quality protein from chicken supports muscle maintenance and satiety.Healthy fats from nuts contribute to heart health and sustained energy.Calcium and protein from cream cheese support bone strength when enjoyed in moderation.

Instructions

Add the minced chicken, cream cheese, mustard, lemon juice, and a small pinch of salt to a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and well combined.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until firm enough to shape easily.

Using a tablespoon, portion the chilled mixture and roll into small, even balls with lightly damp hands.

Place the crushed salty nuts in a shallow dish. Roll each ball gently in the nut mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres evenly.

Arrange the coated balls on a serving plate, cover, and refrigerate for another hour before serving to allow the flavors and texture to set.