Description
Herb and Cheese Chicken Fritters are flavorful, tender snacks made with diced chicken, fresh herbs, cheese, and a light batter. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these fritters are quick to prepare and perfect for a protein-packed meal or snack, served warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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Meat and Dairy
- 1 1/2 lbs raw boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz shredded 2% milk Mozzarella cheese (about 1 cup)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise
Fresh Herbs and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
Flour and Oil
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts into the bowl of your food processor, cover with the lid, and pulse a few times or run for a few seconds until finely diced. Alternatively, finely dice the chicken breasts by hand.
- Mix Ingredients: Transfer the diced chicken to a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, mayonnaise, parsley, chives, basil, salt, garlic powder, pepper, dill weed, flour, and shredded mozzarella. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Form Fritters: Use a ¼ cup measuring cup to scoop out the mixture and form 15 equal-sized piles on a plate.
- Cook Fritters: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Place half of the chicken piles into the pan, pressing down gently with a spatula to flatten into patties. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden on the bottom, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked through. Remove to a serving plate. Repeat with remaining oil and fritters, adjusting cooking time if needed.
- Serve: Serve the chicken fritters warm, accompanied by your favorite sides or dipping sauces.
Notes
- For a crispier exterior, you can coat the fritters lightly with additional flour before cooking.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- This recipe is versatile; add your favorite herbs or spices for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (about 20 grams)
- Calories: 114 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
