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Endive Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Smoked Salmon and Cheesy Chicken Bon-Bons Recipe

Endive Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Smoked Salmon and Cheesy Chicken Bon-Bons Recipe

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Endive Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Smoked Salmon and Cheesy Chicken Bon-Bons

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Ingredients:

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1 1/2 cups goat cheese, at room temperature (12 oz)
1 cup cream cheese, at room temperature (8 oz)
3 tbsp heavy cream
1 tsp lemon zest
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp sherry vinegar
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground white pepper
1 cup smoked salmon, minced
2 tbsp finely minced fresh dill
1 tsp finely minced italian flat-leaf parsley
2 to 3 heads endive, chilled (about 24 leaves )
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 1/2 oz salmon roe, for garnish , optional
10 bone-in chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
kosher salt
1 tbsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh italian flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely minced
2 tbsp finely minced fresh chives
1 tsp finely minced fresh dill
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp white vinegar
dash worcestershire sauce
pinch cayenne pepper
1 large package animal crackers

Directions:

For the goat cheese filling: Mix the goat cheese, 1/2 cup of the cream cheese, the cream, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, vinegar, 2 tablespoons salt and pepper in the bowl of a mixer with a paddle attachment. Mix on medium-low speed until well blended and creamy. Remove half of the goat cheese filling to a separate bowl and add in the remaining 1/2 cup cream cheese. Set aside and chill for the cheesy chicken bon-bons.
For the salmon stuffed endive: Add the salmon, the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, the dill and parsley to the first half of the goat cheese filling. Mix to combine well. Check the seasoning; you may want to add some salt or pepper but that will depend on the flavor your salmon has.
Transfer the filling into a zip-top bag and cut the tip to make a medium opening, or use a pastry bag with a medium tip. The filling is dense so you need a larger opening to pipe it. You can also use a spoon to fill the endive but piping is faster. Pipe the mixture onto the tip of the endive. Keep the endive chilled until serving time.
To serve, garnish with a bit of lemon zest, a sprinkle of toasted almonds and a bit of the salmon roe if using on top.
For the chicken bon-bons: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the chicken thighs on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 35 minutes. Reduce the heat to 325 degrees F and roast for 10 minutes more (about 15 minutes per pound cooking time, depending on the size of the thighs. To check doneness, pierce the thigh in the thickest part; if the juices run clear, it is likely done). Set aside to cool. Remove the chicken from the bone and mince; not too fine, but not big chunks, either.
While the chicken is cooling, mix the sour cream, parsley, chives, dill, garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne and a big pinch salt into the reserved goat cheese filling. Add the chopped chicken and chill again.
Select 15 to 20 of the animal crackers for garnish. Put 2 cups of the remaining animal crackers into a food processor and pulse to make them into fine crumbs. Pour the crumbs onto a plate. Using a very small ice cream scoop (so you have consistent size), scoop the chicken mixture and roll into small balls. Roll in the crumbs and garnish with an animal cracker. Do this final step just before serving so the cracker crumbs don't get too damp.
This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1922.79 Kcal (8050 kJ)
Calories from fat	1301.98 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	144.66g	223%
Cholesterol	368.09mg	123%
Sodium	2581.05mg	108%
Potassium	2750mg	59%
Total Carbs	71.56g	24%
Sugars	14.07g	56%
Dietary Fiber	23.58g	94%
Protein	87.28g	175%
Vitamin C	128.7mg	214%
Iron	12.4mg	69%
Calcium	2097.5mg	210%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	179.85 Kcal (753 kJ)
Calories from fat	121.78 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.53g	223%
Cholesterol	34.43mg	123%
Sodium	241.42mg	108%
Potassium	257.23mg	59%
Total Carbs	6.69g	24%
Sugars	1.32g	56%
Dietary Fiber	2.21g	94%
Protein	8.16g	175%
Vitamin C	12mg	214%
Iron	1.2mg	69%
Calcium	196.2mg	210%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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