Cute Chicken Breast Nest Rice Balls
The Ultimate Finger Food! Adorable Chicken Breast Nest Rice Balls – Perfect for Diet Meals & Lunchboxes!
Cute chicken breast balls transform into adorable nest-shaped rice balls! These chicken breast nest rice balls are perfect finger food, easy to pick up and eat, and incredibly delicious. Make this special dish that you can enjoy guilt-free, even while on a diet!
Ingredients
- 1 bowl of warm rice (approx. 200g)
- 100g pre-made chicken breast balls (or 100g raw chicken breast)
- 6 crescent-shaped pickled radishes (danmuji)
- 5 Tbsp seaweed flakes (gim)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, in a bowl of warm rice, add the finely chopped pickled radishes, savory seaweed flakes, toasted sesame seeds, and fragrant sesame oil. Gently mix with a spatula or your hands, being careful not to mash the rice grains. It’s important to thoroughly mix the seasonings so the sweet and sour flavor of the pickled radish is evenly distributed throughout the rice.
Step 2
Prepare the chicken breast balls. If you’re using pre-made frozen chicken breast balls, microwave them for about 2 minutes until heated through. If you’re using raw chicken breast, fill a pot with plenty of water, add 1 tablespoon of soju and half a tablespoon of salt, and boil for 15 minutes. Once boiled, let the chicken breast cool slightly, then dice it into small cubes for use. This method ensures the chicken breast is moist and not dry.
Step 3
Now it’s time to make the nest rice balls. Take a portion of the mixed rice and roll it into a ball. Then, using your thumb, gently press down into the center of the rice ball to create a small hollow. Place one chicken breast ball inside the hollow, and then carefully enclose the chicken breast ball with the rice, covering it completely. Finally, firmly press the outside of the rice ball to secure it, ensuring it doesn’t fall apart. Your cute nest rice balls are now complete!
Step 4
Arrange the finished nest rice balls neatly on a plate. Garnish with fresh baby greens to create an adorable and beautiful plating that resembles a bird’s nest. These make an impressive dish for entertaining guests on special occasions!
Step 5
Presenting rice balls like this transforms an ordinary meal into an elegant dish. Finely chopped pickled radish adds a refreshing crunch and prevents the rice from becoming monotonous. The combination of pickled radish and seaweed flakes provides enough flavor without needing any additional seasoning.
Step 6
Easy to make, delicious, and visually appealing chicken breast nest rice balls! They are perfect as a snack for kids or as a healthy lunchbox meal. Enjoy your meal! 😀
