Ingredients
- Chicken Salad
- Puffs
Instructions
Chicken Salad: Prepare rice according to package directions.
- In mixing bowl, combine first 4 filling ingredients; mixing well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Chill until ready to serve.
Puffs: In saucepan over medium heat; bring water and butter to a boil. Add flours, parsley, garlic powder, and salt all at once; stir until smooth ball forms. Remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat until smooth. Drop batter by rounded teaspoonful 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with seeds, if desired. Bake at 400 degrees F. for 18-20 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks.
- Immediately cut a slit in each (to allow steam to escape). Cool.
Split puffs and fill.
Recipe Tip: For a more luscious and creamy texture, use Arborio Rice in place of Jasmati.
What is Sweet Pickle Relish?
A basic recipe for sweet pickle relish includes diced cucumbers, sugar, vinegar, and seasonings.
Although it is frequently used as a topping for hot dogs or hamburgers, it can also be used as a dip or addition to salads. Sweet pickle relish is usually bright green and has a sweet-tart flavor.
While it can be purchased at most grocery stores, it is relatively easy to make at home. Combine chopped cucumbers, sugar, vinegar, and your desired spices in a bowl and refrigerate for several hours before serving. Whether you opt to purchase it or make your own, sweet pickle relish is a delicious way to add extra flavor to your next meal.
Sweet Pickle Relish Substitutes
-Chopped Dill Pickles- Dill pickles are cucumbers that have been soaked in brine (saltwater) solution and then left to ferment. During fermentation, the cucumbers transform into pickles as they absorb the flavors of the dill and other spices in the brine.After fermentation is complete, the pickles are drained, packed into jars, and sealed.
-Green Olives- Green olives can also be used to add flavor and depth to dishes such as pasta, pizzas, and salads.
-Capers- Capers are the unopened flower buds of a plant in the mustard family. They have a tangy, lemony flavor often used as a seasoning or garnish. Capers are usually pickled in vinegar or brine, and they can be found in many grocery stores.
-Diced Cucumbers- By dicing them, you create small, bite-sized pieces that are perfect for adding to all sorts of dishes. And because they’re so small, they’ll absorb flavors quickly and easily. So whether you’re looking to add a little crunch to your next meal or change things up, diced cucumbers are a great choice.
-Green Bell Peppers- Green bell peppers are the unripe version of the red pepper, and they have a slightly different flavor. They are often used in salads or garnish, as their fresh taste can brighten up any dish.
Try some of our other delicious appetizers like our Rice and Cheese Spread Recipe to our Sausage and Sage Arancini Recipe.
Other Rice Inspiration
If you're feeling creative you can try making these Chicken Salad Puffs with Orzo Rice. For more information on Orzo rice you can visit our What is Orzo page.
For another chicken based dish, take a look at our Israeli couscous recipes or if you are craving seafood take a look at this Shrimp Salad recipe.
