YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Balls
Crispy air-fried chickpea pasta balls stuffed with savory shredded chicken and melted cheddar for a satisfyingly crunchy finish.
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz chickpea pasta
3 oz shredded chicken breast
0.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese
0.25 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
0.5 large egg
2 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp avocado oil
PREPARATION
Boil the chickpea pasta in salted water until tender, then drain and finely chop into small pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pasta, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well incorporated.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to firm up, then roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.
Whisk the egg in a small shallow bowl and place the panko breadcrumbs mixed with sea salt in a separate shallow bowl.
Dip each ball into the egg wash, then roll in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated on all sides.
Lightly coat the balls with avocado oil and place them in an air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.