BBQ Chicken Stuffed Rice Balls

This BBQ Chicken Stuffed Rice Balls recipe combines the delicious flavors of BBQ with the fun, bite-sized format of rice balls. These tasty snacks are perfect for a party or a family gathering, making them great for BBQ recipes.

Easy to prepare, these rice balls are filled with a flavorful BBQ chicken mixture and coated in breadcrumbs for a crispy finish. They are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Delicious BBQ Chicken Stuffed Rice Balls

These stuffed rice balls feature a savory mixture of shredded BBQ chicken encased in tender rice, breaded, and then baked or fried to golden perfection. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 12 rice balls.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked rice
1 cup shredded BBQ chicken
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs, beaten
Vegetable oil for frying (if frying)

Instructions

Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded BBQ chicken, mozzarella cheese, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Form the Rice Balls: With wet hands, take a small amount of the rice mixture and form it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Prepare for Breading: Set up a breading station with beaten eggs in one bowl and breadcrumbs in another. Dip each rice ball first in the egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.

Cook the Rice Balls: You can either bake or fry them. For frying, heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat and fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the rice balls on a baking sheet, baking for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Serve: Allow the rice balls to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm, served with additional BBQ sauce for dipping if desired.