Thinking about having some juicy and soft chicken balls right now, but it’s the middle of the night? So, what to do? No worries you can make them with some basic chicken ingredients within just 10 minutes.
Here, we brought the best quick recipe for making CP-style chicken balls without any expensive and time-worthy arrangements. Just go through this Easy and Delicious Chicken Ball Recipe step by step to cater to your cravings.
What Is Chicken Ball
A chicken ball is a popular dish often found in Chinese cuisine, particularly in Western adaptations. They are small, round pieces of minced or ground chicken mixed with spices, herbs, and binders like breadcrumbs or eggs. They are shaped into balls and cooked by boiling, frying, baking, or steaming.
They are popular in many cuisines, chicken balls are often served as appetizers, snacks, or part of a main dish, paired with sauces like sweet chili, soy, or garlic butter. Their juicy texture and customizable flavors make them a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish.
How To Make Chicken Ball
To prepare these flavorful chicken balls, start with 300 grams of finely chopped boneless chicken. Marinate the chicken with dark soy sauce, chili flakes, black pepper, ginger paste, chopped green chilies, garlic paste, tomato ketchup, salt to taste, and two bread slices. Then, blend the mixture until smooth, then transfer it to a bowl.
Incorporate a tablespoon of cooking oil into the paste, mixing thoroughly. Shape the mixture into medium-sized balls. Boil the chicken balls in simmering water for 10 minutes until cooked through.
Remove the boiled chicken balls and fry them lightly in butter for 2–3 minutes until golden. Serve these tender, juicy chicken balls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Chicken Ball Recipe
Ingredients
- 300-gram boneless chicken
- 1 tablespoon of dark soya sauce
- 1 teaspoon of chili flex
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of ginger paste
- Salt according to taste
- 1 tablespoon of chopped green chili
- 1 teaspoon of garlic paste
- 2 teaspoons of tomato ketchup
- 2 bread slices
- 1 tablespoon of cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon of butter
Directions
- First, take 300 grams of boneless chicken and cut it into small pieces.
- Then, add the spices to the chicken: 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili flakes, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of ginger paste, 1 tablespoon of chopped green chili, 1 teaspoon of garlic paste, salt to taste, 2 tablespoons of tomato ketchup, and 2 slices of bread.
- Now put all the ingredients in a blender and blend it smoothly. Then pour the chicken paste into a bowl.
- At this point add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in the chicken paste and mix it well with hand.
- Now, take 1 teaspoon of the chicken mixture and shape it into a medium-sized ball with your hands. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken mixture.
- Then, boil the chicken balls in hot water for 10 minutes at medium flame. After 10 minutes chicken balls are boiled perfectly. Now remove the balls from hot water.
- Now pour 1 tablespoon of butter into a cooking pan and spread it evenly.
- Then, put all the chicken balls in the pan and fry them for 2-3 minutes at medium flame.
- After 2-3 minutes, chicken balls are fried perfectly. Now serve these soft and juicy chicken balls with sauce.
Side Dishes Are Perfect with Chicken Ball
Side dishes can perfectly complement the rich and savory flavors of chicken balls. My favorite pairing is garlic butter rice, which adds a warm and aromatic foundation to the meal.
A side of stir-fried vegetables, broccoli, bell peppers, and snap peas, introduces a fresh and vibrant crunch. For a more indulgent option, creamy mashed potatoes provide a smooth and hearty contrast to the chicken balls’ texture.
If you prefer something refreshing, a crisp cucumber salad with a tangy yogurt dressing balances the richness beautifully. During cozy gatherings, honey-glazed carrots or warm bread rolls offer a comforting and satisfying accompaniment.
Chef’s Tips
- Keep the chicken and other ingredients cold during preparation for better consistency in blending and shaping.
- Blend the mixture in short pulses to maintain a smooth but not overly sticky texture.
- Add a pinch of paprika or grated Parmesan to the mixture for an extra depth of flavor.
- Use a cookie scoop or measuring spoon to ensure all chicken balls are the same size for even cooking.
- Avoid rapid boiling, as it may cause the balls to break apart. Simmer them gently for a tender texture.
- After boiling, pat the chicken balls dry before frying to ensure a golden, crisp exterior.