Chicken Fire Cracker

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A flavorful grilled chicken dish wrapped in foil, resembling fire crackers, perfect for outdoor gatherings, with a creamy, cheesy filling and versatile flavor options.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. cooked diced chicken
  • 1 1/2 c. diced celery
  • 1 Tbsp. diced onion
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/2 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 lb. grated cheese
  • 8 hot dog rolls

Instructions

  1. Combine cooked diced chicken, diced celery, diced onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, and grated cheese in a bowl.
  2. Blend the mixture well until evenly combined.
  3. Fill each hot dog roll with the chicken mixture.
  4. Wrap each filled roll in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to resemble fire crackers.
  5. Place the wrapped rolls on the grill.
  6. Heat for about 20 minutes, turning several times to ensure even heating.
  7. Alternatively, wrap in wax paper instead of tinfoil and microwave to reheat.
  8. These are great to make ahead of time and take to the coach or picnic.
  9. Store leftovers in the fridge.
  10. You can substitute the chicken filling with tuna, salmon, or diced ham.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

419 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.7g 25% DV
Total Fat 28.8g 37% DV
Carbs 28.8g 10% DV
Fiber 2.7g 10% DV
Sugar 6g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10731.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 375.8mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 34.3mg 11% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 41mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 22.6mg 25% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 189.5mg 15% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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