Curried Chicken Balls
Transform your weeknight dinner rotation with these irresistibly flavorful Curried Chicken Balls! Featuring tender ground chicken, aromatic curry powder, and a medley of spices like cumin and coriander, these bite-sized delights are bursting with bold, warming flavors. Enhanced by fresh cilantro and the subtle kick of garlic, they’re perfect served over fluffy rice, alongside roasted veggies, or paired with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With the option to bake for a healthier twist or pan-fry for a crispy, golden finish, these chicken balls come together in under 35 minutes, making them an effortless yet impressive meal for any occasion. Quick, versatile, and packed with protein, this recipe guarantees a deliciously spiced dish the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 100 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if baking the chicken balls. Alternatively, you can pan-fry them.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix thoroughly.
Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh cilantro, curry powder, cumin powder, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into bite-sized balls, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. This should yield approximately 18-20 chicken balls.
If baking, arrange the chicken balls on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 74°C (165°F).
If pan-frying, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken balls in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and nicely browned.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, over rice, or with a side of vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 6466 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 3239 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
