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Bacon Broccoli Cheese Arancini

This Bacon Broccoli Cheese Arancini is a fun and unique appetizer fit for starting any delicious meal at home. Much easier than you would think and bursting with flavor.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 252 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American , Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • ¼ cup Cooked bacon crumbles
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli in cheese sauce cooked in the microwave according to package instructions
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 4 ounces cubed sharp cheddar cheese cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • Canola oil for frying
  • Marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl stir together 3 cups cooked white rice, ¼ cup cooked bacon crumbles, and 1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli in cheese sauce. Place in the fridge to chill enough to be able to handle.
  2. Place 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 large eggs, and 2 cups bread crumbs into three separate small bowls.
  3. Once rice mixture is chilled, take a heaping tablespoon and add one 4 ounces cubed sharp cheddar cheese to the middle. Keeping the cheese in the middle, top with more rice to create a ball, approximately 2 inches in size. Press together firmly to make sure it holds its shape.
  4. Dip into the flour and coat completely. Next coat in egg, using a fork to allow the excess to shake off, then add to the bread crumbs, coating completely. Lay on a plate and repeat with the rest of the rice.
  5. Heat 3 inches of canola oil for frying in a large stockpot or dutch oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Once hot, cook the rice balls in batches until fully browned, approximately 1-2 minutes each. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Information

Calories 252kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 51mg (17%) Sodium 207mg (9%) Potassium 96mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 155IU (3%) Calcium 114mg (11%) Iron 2.2mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 252

% Daily Value*

Calories 252kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 207mg 9%
Potassium 96mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 155IU 3%
Calcium 114mg 11%
Iron 2.2mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.