Description
This Baked Arancini Recipe combines creamy Arborio rice, savory chicken broth, and gooey mozzarella cheese for a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish. Baked to golden perfection, these crispy balls make a perfect appetizer or main course option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
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- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cubed
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
Breading:
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Cook the Arborio Rice: In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer and cook the Arborio rice until tender.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper. Let cool.
- Form Balls: Roll the rice mixture into balls, dip in beaten eggs, coat with bread crumbs.
- Bake: Place on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and bake until golden and crispy.
Notes
- You can add diced ham or peas to the rice mixture for extra flavor.
- For a healthier option, you can air fry the arancini instead of baking them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arancini ball
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg