Tender chicken balls in sauce
9 servings
60 minutes
Tender chicken balls in sauce are a gourmet dish of French cuisine created for true connoisseurs. These airy and juicy meatballs made from finely chopped chicken fillet with aromatic onions and spices are gently baked and then covered with a creamy cheese sauce with a spicy hint of garlic. The sauce gives the dish a velvety texture and refined taste that perfectly complements the tender meat. It can be served with stewed vegetables or a fresh salad, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. The history of such dishes traces back to the French tradition of exquisite meat appetizers, where simplicity of ingredients meets elegance in presentation. This treat will be a true decoration for a festive table or a cozy family dinner.
1
Slightly beat the fillet and chop it finely. Add chopped onion to the fillet, season with salt and pepper, and crack in an egg. Mix well.
- Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
- Onion: 1 piece
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Grease the baking dish with cream. Form small balls from the prepared mixture and place them in the dish (you can roll the balls in flour beforehand).
- Cream: 200 ml
3
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for 10-15 minutes.
4
Grate the cheese on a fine grater, squeeze in the garlic, and mix the mass with cream.
- Hard cheese: 150 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Cream: 200 ml
5
Remove the mold from the oven, pour cream over each ball, and return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes. Serve with stewed vegetables or salad.
- Cream: 200 ml