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Super Cheesy Chicken Nut Ball |
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Ingredients
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* 1 cup chicken, cooked and shredded
* 1/4 cup crumbled bleu cheese
* 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped fine
* 1/2 Tbsp jalapeno, finely diced
* 2 to 3 Tbsp hot sauce
* 1 tsp parsley, finely chopped
* 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened at room temperature
* 1 cup finely shredded cheeses for rolling in - sharp Cheddar and Gouda are good
* 1 cup finely chopped nuts for rolling in - pecan, walnut, or toasted almonds are good
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Directions
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1. In a large bowl, mix together chicken, bleu cheese, mozzarella, jalapeno, hot sauce, parsley, and cream cheese. Taste and add salt if desired.
2. Using your hands, form into a tight ball, then roll into the cheeses, then the nuts, patting to press into the ball firmly.
3. Wrap in plastic food wrap and put in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
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Story
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This chicken cheese ball is delicious served with sturdy crackers, crusty bread, breadsticks, or tortilla chips. However, if you are eating a low-carb diet, you can also serve with cut up veggies like celery, radishes, cucumbers, red bell peppers, and green bell peppers. Any veggie that is sturdy can be used as a scoop for this snack.
Actually, we call this a snack but it's really filling enough to be served for lunch or even a light dinner. For a casual night in front of the TV, this makes a perfect healthy meal. Enjoy!
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