Chicken and Broccoli Cheddar Rice Balls Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

These Chicken and Broccoli Cheddar Rice Balls are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy a classic chicken recipe. They combine tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in crispy rice balls.

This recipe is simple to follow and perfect for meal prep or as a fun appetizer. You can easily customize the filling to include your favorite ingredients.

Crispy Chicken and Broccoli Cheddar Rice Balls

These rice balls are filled with a savory mixture of chicken, broccoli, and cheddar cheese, then coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked rice
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup steamed broccoli, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying

Instructions

Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Form the Balls: Take a small amount of the mixture and shape it into a ball, about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
Coat the Balls: Dip each rice ball into the beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
Fry the Rice Balls: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the rice balls in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve: Enjoy the rice balls warm, with your favorite dipping sauce if desired.