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Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Cheesy Chicken Fritters are tender, golden-brown patties made from diced chicken breast mixed with shredded mozzarella, mayonnaise, eggs, and fresh dill. They are pan-fried until crispy outside and cooked thoroughly within. An optional garlic aioli dip adds a creamy, tangy complement to the fritters.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
8
servings (makes 16-18 fritters)
Calories:
326 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Lunch
Cuisine:
American, Russian, Ukrainian
Ingredients
Ingredients for Chicken Fritters:
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast 3 large
- 2 egg large
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten free
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/3 cups shredded)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp dill chopped, fresh
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp extra light olive oil to saute (or any high heat cooking oil)
Ingredients for Garlic Aioli Dip (Optional)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic pressed, clove
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife, dice chicken into 1/3" thick pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Tip: If chicken breast is partially frozen, it will be a little bit easier to slice.
- Into the mixing bowl, add remaining batter ingredients: 2 eggs, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/3 cup flour, 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella, 1 1/2 Tbsp dill, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste. Stir the mixture until well combined, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp oil. When oil is hot, add the chicken mixture a heaping Tablespoon at a time. Slightly flatten out the tops with the back of your spoon and sauté uncovered 3-4 min on the first side, then flip and saute 3 min on the second side or until outsides are golden brown and chicken is fully cooked through* Repeat with remaining fritters adding more oil as needed.
- To make the aioli (if using), combine all ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and stir together until smooth.
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Notes
- Check for doneness by cutting a fritter in half; the chicken should be white throughout.
- If fritters brown too quickly, lower the cooking heat to ensure thorough cooking.
Nutrition Information
Calories
326kcal
(16%)
Carbs
4g
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
112mg
(37%)
Sodium
538mg
(22%)
Potassium
347mg
(7%)
Vitamin A
155IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
1.5mg
(2%)
Calcium
121mg
(12%)
Iron
0.8mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings (makes 16-18 fritters)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 326
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 326kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 4g | |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 538mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 347mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 121mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.