37 Chicken Appetizers That Go Beyond Wings

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37 Chicken Appetizers That Go Beyond Wings2/37 Buffalo Wing Poppers 18 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Buffalo Wing Poppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 40 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These buffalo chicken poppers combine the flavor of hot wings and jalapeño appetizers to make a snack greater than the sum of their parts. —Barbara Nowakowski, Mesa, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 popper: 57 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 3/37 Orange-Glazed Chicken & Chorizo Meatballs 3 Reviews Contest

Winner Test Kitchen Approved Orange-Glazed Chicken & Chorizo Meatballs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tasty southwestern meatballs warm up a buffet. I add pomegranate seeds, jalapeno pepper jelly and cilantro to make everything pop with color. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 meatball: 71 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 169mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 4/37 Vol-au-Vent 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Chicken Vol-au-Vent Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friends and I have been getting together for “ladies lunches” for years. These vol-au-vents are the perfect no-fuss fancy food; they look complicated, but are actually simple and fun to make. Whenever I think of good friends and good company, I think of these savory pastries. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 filled pastry: 669 calories, 45g fat (16g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 19g protein. 5/37 Buffalo Chicken Potato Skins Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1

hour 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Take two popular restaurant nibbles, put them together and you’ll have an unforgettable appetizer for your next holiday get-together. —Bridget O’Connor, Round Lake Beach, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 filled potato skin: 122 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 404mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 6/37 Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While in

When I got home, I created my own version

the Bahamas, friends suggested a restaurant that served amazing chicken spring rolls. When I got home, I created my own version. Such a great appetizer to have waiting in the freezer! —Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, Manitoba Nutrition Facts: 1 spring roll: 186 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 7/37 Roasted Chicken and Brie Holly Mini Bites 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Chicken and Brie Holly Mini Bites Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 24 mini sandwiches Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

They’re the perfect party appetizer!

I got the idea for these appetizers from my favorite sandwich at a local restaurant—a symphony of sweet fig, roasted apple, melted brie and tangy garlic mayonnaise. I re-created this delectable combination in a quick appetizer with bright red cranberries and green spinach to give it a holiday twist. These scrumptious bites only take about 20 minutes, but taste like you spent hours; you can also make them a few days in advance, then warm them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving. They’re the perfect party appetizer! —Terri Gilson, Calgary, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 1 mini sandwich: 98 calories,

It’s been a hit with our family ever since!

3g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 8/37 Chickaritos 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chickaritos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After our son grew fond of a fast-food restaurant’s fried burritos, I created this recipe by substituting beef with chicken and skipping the frying. It’s been a hit with our family ever since! —Nancy Coates, Oro Valley, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 213 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium,

16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein

16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. 9/37 Cilantro & Lime Chicken with Scoops 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cilantro & Lime Chicken with Scoops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 45 min Servings 16 servings (4 cups) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe when I was preparing for a large party and wanted a healthy Tex-Mex chicken to serve in tortilla chip cups. You can make this party dish ahead of time to free yourself for time-sensitive dishes. Serve it in tortilla cups or any other savory,

crispy cup you like

crispy cup you like. Enjoy the leftovers over salad greens or wrapped up in tender tortillas for burritos. —Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup chicken mixture: 97 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 183mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. 10/37 Fried Chicken and Pulled Pork Cornbread Poppers 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Fried Chicken and Pulled Pork Cornbread Poppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fun little apps are an

instant conversation starter wherever they’re served

instant conversation starter wherever they’re served. We love them on game day, but they’d be a hit at brunch too. —Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 mini muffin: 74 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 120mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 11/37 Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 20 min Servings 14 mini sandwiches Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot

salad laced pomegranate seeds and with dates lends an extra punch and crunch

salad laced pomegranate seeds and with dates lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can be substituted for pitas. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 164 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein. 12/37 Chicken Salad Caprese 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 8 cups salad (6-1/2 dozen crostini) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This unique, flavorful salad and bread combo will get rave reviews—guaranteed. —Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 179 calories, 10g fat

(3g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 13/37 Chicken & Bacon Roll-Ups 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Bacon Roll-Ups Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My children like these roll-ups so much that they ask for them every day for lunch during the summer. Whenever I have leftover chicken or turkey breast, this is a delicious way to use it up. —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 43 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated

fat), 4mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 14/37 Chicken Skewers with Cool Avocado Sauce 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Skewers with Cool Avocado Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 skewers (3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always looking for lighter recipes to take on tailgate outings—and this one works fabulously for grilling. Just whip up the marinade, add the chicken and take it along to the pregame festivities. —Veronica Callaghan, Glastonbury, Connecticut Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer with about 2 teaspoons sauce:

Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat

59 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 15/37 Buffalo Chicken Meatballs 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JOSH RINK FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to dunk these appetizer meatballs in blue cheese or ranch salad dressing. If I make them for a meal, I often skip the dressing and serve with blue cheese polenta on the side. —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 meatball: 33 calories,

My guests peel rubber getting to the table to munch on these chicken puffs

1g fat (0 saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 16/37 Chicken Puffs 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Champion Chicken Puffs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 32 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My guests peel rubber getting to the table to munch on these chicken puffs. The tender bites are made with hassle-free refrigerated crescent rolls and a flavorful chicken and cream cheese filling. —Amber Kimmich, Powhatan, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 puff: 67 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 6g

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