Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Kiev Balls

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Kiev Balls.

1. Step 1

   In a mixing bowl, blend softened butter with chopped parsley and crushed garlic until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

2. Step 2

   Scoop the herbed butter and divide it into 12 equal portions, placing them on a baking sheet.

3. Step 3

   Freeze these portions for about 20 minutes until they are solid.

4. Step 4

   While the butter is chilling, take the ground chicken and shape it into 12 balls, creating a deep thumbprint in the center of each.

5. Step 5

   Gently insert a piece of the frozen herbed butter into the thumbprint, then carefully mold the chicken around it, ensuring it is completely enclosed.

6. Step 6

   Repeat this for all the chicken balls.

7. Step 7

   In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.

8. Step 8

   In another bowl, combine panko bread crumbs with paprika, salt, and black pepper for a flavorful coating.

9. Step 9

   Dip each chicken ball into the beaten eggs, then roll it in the seasoned bread crumbs.

10. Step 10

    For an extra crunchy texture, dip it back into the egg and then again in the bread crumbs.

11. Step 11

    Arrange the coated chicken balls on a baking sheet and freeze them for an additional 10 minutes.

12. Step 12

    Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

13. Step 13

    Place half of the chicken balls in the air fryer basket, lightly spraying them with cooking spray.

14. Step 14

    Cook for 5 minutes, then carefully flip the balls using tongs and give them another light spray of cooking spray.

15. Step 15

    Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

16. Step 16

    Repeat this process with the remaining chicken balls.

17. Step 17

    Enjoy the delightful surprise of herbed butter melting within each crispy bite!.