Description
These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are a delightful and easy-to-make recipe featuring tender chopped chicken mixed with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, seasoned with garlic and onion powders, and fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a savory appetizer, lunch, or meal prep option, they are both flavorful and satisfying, with a crispy exterior and a gooey cheesy center.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (finely chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the finely chopped chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley until well combined. The mixture should be thick and sticky to hold together during frying.
- Heat the Oil: Pour a thin layer of vegetable oil into a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking, creating the ideal temperature for frying.
- Form and Fry Fritters: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the hot skillet for each fritter. Gently flatten them with the back of the spoon to create uniform patties. Cook the fritters in batches, frying each side for 3–4 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the cooked fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil, keeping them crisp and light.
- Serve: Serve the fritters hot, garnished with extra chopped parsley and accompanied by your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, sour cream, or spicy mayo for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- To make ahead, prepare the fritter mixture and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before frying to save time.
- You can bake the fritters as a healthier alternative by cooking at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
- These fritters make a great appetizer, satisfying lunch, or make-ahead meal prep option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
