Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Crispy, golden fritters made with tender chicken, melted cheese, and a flavorful blend of seasonings. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, milk, parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
- Using your hands or a spoon, form the mixture into 8 small patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the fritters in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, marinara, or honey mustard.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake the fritters at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.