Chicken Fritters Recipe
The Chicken Fritters Recipe is a quick, crispy, and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into small cubes
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Optional Additions
- Chopped green onions
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh dill
- Red pepper flakes
- Diced jalapeños
- Smoked paprika
Instructions
Prepare The Chicken
- Dice the chicken into very small pieces. Pat it dry with paper towels to remove extra moisture before mixing.
Mix The Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and mayonnaise until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Add The Seasonings
- Mix in the garlic, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper until well combined.
Stir In The Cheese
- Add the shredded mozzarella and chopped parsley. Stir until evenly mixed throughout the batter.
Combine With Chicken
- Fold the diced chicken into the mixture until every piece is completely coated with the seasoned batter.
Add Flour And Cornstarch
- Mix in the flour and cornstarch until a thick mixture forms that easily holds together.
Heat The Oil
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Shape The Fritters
- Scoop about two tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the skillet. Flatten each slightly using a spatula.
Cook The First Side
- Cook the fritters for about four minutes until the bottoms become golden brown and crispy.
Flip And Finish Cooking
- Carefully turn each fritter over and cook for another three to four minutes until fully cooked through.
Drain Excess Oil
- Transfer the cooked fritters onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any extra oil before serving.
Serve Immediately
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Cut the chicken into small, even pieces.
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting.
- Cook over medium heat to avoid burning.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet.
- Add cheddar cheese for a stronger flavor.
- Mix chopped spinach into the batter.
- Serve with ranch, garlic aioli, or honey mustard.