Rachael Ray Season 9 Episode 97 Rach's Pretzel Chicken Fingers & 5 Game-Day Cheeseballs

In the ninth season's 97th episode of The Rachael Ray Show, Rachael prepares a delicious and savory meal of Pretzel Chicken Fingers which is perfect for a game day alongside Five unique and flavorful Cheeseballs. She starts by making the chicken fingers from scratch, whipping up a delicious batter that incorporates crushed pretzels, garlic, and onion powder while adding some seasoning for an elevated flavor profile. The chicken tenders are battered, fried to a golden crust, and served alongside a tangy honey mustard dipping sauce that is just the right amount of sweet and savory.

Next, Rachael switches gears and shares five unique recipes for Cheeseballs that can be served as game day treats or just as a fun and flavorful appetizer. She demonstrates how to make a classic Cheddar Cheeseball with cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and a variety of seasonings, including garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika for a hint of heat.

Following the classic cheeseball, Rachael showcases her recipe for Blue Cheese and Bacon Cheeseballs, which are flavored with tangy blue cheese crumbles, crispy bacon, and a creamy base of cream cheese and sour cream.

She then moves on to demonstrate a recipe for a savory Salmon and Dill Cheeseball that incorporates smoked salmon, fresh dill, and a tangy lemon zest that creates a delightful flavor that will quickly become a fan favorite.

Next up, Rachael shows her recipe for a Jalapeno Popper Cheeseball that incorporates cream cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, fresh jalapenos, and crispy bacon crumbles to create an addictive and zesty blend of flavors that is perfect for game day.

Finally, Rachael concludes the show by sharing her recipe for a Chocolate Chip Cheeseball which is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. This recipe incorporates cream cheese, powdered sugar, and miniature chocolate chips to create a sweet and creamy blend that is perfect for dipping that goes perfectly with graham crackers or vanilla wafers.

Throughout the show, Rachael shares her tips and tricks for preparing each recipe and offers insight on how to make it your own while adding your unique touch, ensuring that viewers are able to recreate each dish at home with ease. With the amazing Pretzel Chicken Fingers and Five Game-Day Cheeseballs, Rachael has created a perfect blend of flavors that will have you and your guests coming back for seconds!