Chicken Meatballs with Mozzarella
Ingredients
- 400 grams minced chicken
- 1 red onion (finely chopped, or yellow onion)
- 1 red pepper (finely chopped)
- A handful of fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- Mozzarella (cut into cubes, small or large)
- Sunflower oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
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- Finely chop the red onion and red pepper.
- In a bowl, combine 400g minced chicken, chopped onion, chopped pepper, and a handful of chopped parsley.
- Add 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning, salt, black pepper, and juice from half a lemon.
- Incorporate everything well using your hands.
- Add 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs to the mixture and mix again.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
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- Prepare the Mozzarella:
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- Cut the mozzarella into cubes (the size doesn't need to be exact, just small enough to fit inside the meatballs).
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- Form the Meatballs:
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- Take a portion of the meat mixture, flatten it with your fingers, and place 1-2 cubes of mozzarella in the center.
- Seal the meat around the cheese, making sure the mozzarella is completely enclosed to prevent it from melting out during frying.
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- Fry the Meatballs:
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- Heat sunflower oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the meatballs for a few minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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- Serve:
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- Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Serve and enjoy!
A delicious and cheesy chicken meatball recipe that’s simple to make and perfect for any meal. Enjoy these tender meatballs with mozzarella inside! -