Heart-Healthy Crispy Chicken Balls
Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Heart-Healthy Crispy Chicken Balls, a wholesome twist on a crowd-pleasing snack! Crafted with lean, skinless chicken breast and coated in a crunchy blend of whole wheat breadcrumbs, ground flaxseed, and Parmesan cheese, these savory bites deliver both flavor and nutrition in every bite. Seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a hint of pepper, they’re oven-baked to golden perfection for a lighter yet satisfying crunch. With quick prep, simple ingredients, and no deep frying, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking nutritious alternatives to classic comfort foods. Serve them warm with a heart-healthy dipping sauce like hummus or yogurt-based dressing, and watch them disappear at your next gathering or family dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the skinless chicken breast into small chunks and transfer them to a food processor.
Pulse the chicken until finely ground. Be careful not to overprocess.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
In another shallow dish, mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs, ground flaxseed, and Parmesan cheese.
Whisk the egg whites in a separate shallow bowl until frothy.
Form the chicken mixture into small balls, about the size of a walnut.
Dip each chicken ball into the egg whites, allowing any excess to drip off, then roll the ball in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
Place each coated chicken ball onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Lightly spray the chicken balls with olive oil spray to help them crisp up during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken balls are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve with a side of your favorite heart-healthy dipping sauce, such as hummus or a yogurt-based dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 431 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 2803 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 187.0 g | 374% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*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.
