Description
These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They’re packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of tender chicken, gooey mozzarella cheese, and fresh dill. Serve them with a creamy garlic aioli for dipping.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Fritters:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1/3-inch pieces
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten-free)
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 1 1/3 cups)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra light olive oil (or any high-heat cooking oil)
For the Garlic Aioli Dip (Optional):
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine diced chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, flour, mozzarella cheese, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cook fritters: Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken mixture in heaping tablespoons, flattening slightly. Sauté for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make aioli (optional): Combine mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Serve: Serve fritters hot with garlic aioli, if desired.
Notes
- If chicken is browning too quickly, reduce heat.
- To test for doneness, cut a fritter in half; the chicken should be white inside.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 280kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
