Chicken Cheese Nut Ball

Chicken Cheese Nut Ball
   
1 cup chicken, cooked and shredded
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped fine
1/2 Tbsp jalapeno, finely diced
2 to 3 Tbsp hot sauce
1 tsp parsley, finely chopped
1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened at room temperature
1 cup finely shredded cheeses for rolling in - sharp cheddar and gouda are good
1 cup finely chopped nuts for rolling in - pecan, walnut, or toasted almonds are good

In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, mozzarella, jalapeno, hot sauce, parsley, and cream cheese. Taste and add salt if desired.
Using your hands, form into a tight ball, then roll into the cheeses, then the nuts, patting to press into the ball firmly.
Wrap in plastic food wrap and put in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Serve with sturdy crackers, crusty bread, bread sticks, or tortilla chips.


                                                          
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