🧀🍗 CHEESY CHICKEN FRITTERS (Crispy & Juicy)

These fritters are tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with gooey cheese. Perfect as appetizers, meal prep, or weeknight dinners.

🥘 INGREDIENTS (Makes 10–12 fritters)

Chicken Mixture

• 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, finely chopped or ground

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded (or more mozzarella)

• 2 large eggs

• 3 tbsp mayonnaise

• 3 tbsp flour

  • (sub: almond flour for low-carb)

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp parsley or dill, finely chopped

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika

• Optional: ¼ tsp chili flakes for a kick

For Frying

• 2–3 tbsp oil (olive, avocado, or vegetable)

Garnish

• Fresh dill or parsley (as in the image)

🔥 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep the chicken

Cut chicken into very small pieces — almost minced.
(Or use ground chicken for easier mixing.)

2. Mix the fritter batter

In a large bowl combine:

• Chopped chicken

• Mozzarella + cheddar

• Eggs

• Mayo

• Flour

• Garlic

• Herbs

• Seasonings

Mix until thick and sticky.
👉 Chill for 15–20 minutes for firmer texture (recommended).

3. Fry the fritters

1. Heat 2–3 tbsp oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.

2. Scoop fritters using a spoon (2–3 tbsp each).

3. Flatten slightly.

4. Fry 3–4 minutes per side until:

   • Deep golden brown

   • Crispy exterior

   • Chicken fully cooked inside

Transfer to paper towels.

4. Serve

Top with fresh dill or parsley.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

🍽️ SERVING IDEAS

• Garlic yogurt dip

• Sriracha mayo

• Ranch

• Tzatziki

• Sweet chili sauce

• Inside sliders or wraps

• With rice, salad, or roasted veggies

❓ FULL Q&A / TROUBLESHOOTING

Q1. Can I bake them instead of frying?

Yes!
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Brush with oil for maximum crispiness.

Q2. My mixture is too runny — what do I do?

Add:

• 1–2 tbsp more flour
  OR

• Chill the mixture for 15 minutes

Too much cheese can also loosen the batter — adjust flour accordingly.

Q3. Can I use canned or rotisserie chicken?

Yes.
If using cooked chicken:

• Mince it finely

• Add 1 extra tbsp mayo (to keep fritters moist)

Texture will be softer, but still delicious.

Q4. Can I air fry these?

Absolutely.

• Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C)

• Air fry 8–10 minutes, flipping once
  Spray lightly with oil for crispness.

Q5. What cheese works best?

Mozzarella = melty
Cheddar = flavor
Pepper Jack = spicy
Gouda = smoky
Parmesan = salty sharpness

A mix is perfect.

Q6. Can I make them low-carb or keto?

Yes! Replace flour with:

• Almond flour (3 tbsp)
  or

• Coconut flour (1 tbsp — it’s absorbent)

Q7. Can I add veggies?

Yes — but finely chop and remove moisture:

• Bell peppers

• Zucchini (squeeze water out)

• Green onions

• Spinach (chopped)

Q8. How do I store and reheat?

Store: 3–4 days in fridge
Freeze: up to 2 months

Reheat:

• Air fryer 3–4 min at 375°F

• Oven 10 min at 350°F

• Pan for 2–3 min to restore crispness

Q9. How do I ensure they’re juicy?

• Don’t overcook

• Use some mayo

• Use finely chopped chicken instead of ground

• Don’t press too hard when flattening

Q10. What dip goes best?

Top picks:

• Garlic aioli

• Chipotle mayo

• Ranch

• Honey mustard

• Tzatziki

• Spicy yogurt dip.