Arancini (Italian Rice Balls)

Name: Arancini (Italian Rice Balls)
Ingredients: chicken fillet 100 g; olive oil 1/4 cup (60 ml); MAGGI® Concentrated Liquid Seasoning 2 tbsp (30 ml); garlic 2 tbsp (18 g); olive oil 1 tbsp (15 ml); green bell pepper 1 pc (100 g); onion 2 pcs (120 g); MAGGI® Supreme Seasoning Granules 1 tbsp (8 g); rice 3 cups (195 g); NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream 1/2 cup (125 g); all purpose flour 1/2 cup (62.5 g); egg yolk 1 pc; breadcrumbs 1/2 cup (112 g); Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (25 g); all purpose flour 2 cups (125 g); egg 2 pcs; breadcrumbs 2 cups (224 g); cooking oil 4 cups (1 L); marinara sauce 1 cup (240 ml)

Number of servings

12

Deliver a satisfying combination of texture and flavor with breaded savory rice balls filled with chicken and vegetable bits. Featuring a crisp, golden exterior that contrasts perfectly with a tender, flavorful interior, these rice balls offer a consistently enjoyable bite that appeals to a broad customer base.

These Italian Rice Balls work well as appetizers, snacks, or components of larger plated meals. Their versatility makes them suitable for casual dining, catering, or mobile food service, providing menu variety and operational convenience. The breading can be customized with various spices and seasonings to align with specific flavor profiles or culinary themes.

Complement these rice balls with dipping sauces such as sweet chili, soy sauce, or tangy ranch dressing to elevate the overall dining experience and boost customer satisfaction.

Ingredients

chicken fillet 100 g

Marinade:

olive oil 1/4 cup (60 ml)
MAGGI® Concentrated Liquid Seasoning 2 tbsp (30 ml)
garlic 2 tbsp (18 g)
olive oil 1 tbsp (15 ml)
green bell pepper 1 pc (100 g)
onion 2 pcs (120 g)
MAGGI® Supreme Seasoning Granules 1 tbsp (8 g)
white pepper to taste
rice 3 cups (195 g)
NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream 1/2 cup (125 g)
all purpose flour 1/2 cup (62.5 g)
egg yolk 1 pc
breadcrumbs 1/2 cup (112 g)
Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (25 g)
all purpose flour 2 cups (125 g)
egg 2 pcs
breadcrumbs 2 cups (224 g)
cooking oil 4 cups (1 L)
marinara sauce 1 cup (240 ml)

Preparation

1

Marinate the chicken in olive oil, MAGGI® Concentrated Liquid Seasoning, and minced garlic for 15 minutes
2

In a saute pan, heat olive oil and saute the green bell pepper and onions for 3 - 5 minutes or until brown and caramelized.
3

Add the marinated chicken and season with MAGGI® Supreme Seasoning Granules and white pepper. Continue to cook for 5 minutes.
4

Add the cooked rice, NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream, and all purpose flour. Mix until heated through.
5

Off the heat, stir in the egg yolk, breadcrumbs, and cheese. Let cool.
6

When mixture is cool enough to handle, form into small balls (1 1/2"). Dredge with flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs. Chill to rest for 1 hour.
7

In a deep fryer, heat cooking oil. When hot, deep fry the rice balls for 2 - 3 minutes or until golden brown.
8

Serve cooked rice balls with prepared marinara sauce.

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