Description
Homemade cheesy chicken fritters combine crispy exterior with juicy, seasoned meat inside. Light and golden, these irresistible fritters provide a perfect meal that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 lbs (567 g) chicken breasts, diced into 0.25-inch pieces
- 4 oz (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1.25 tbsps fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cups (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 0.25 tbsps lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Dice chicken breasts into uniform cubes, ensuring consistent sizing by using partially frozen meat.
- Mixing: Blend chicken with eggs, mayonnaise, flour, mozzarella, dill, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until ingredients are evenly distributed and create a harmonious mixture.
- Marinating: Refrigerate the mixture for 2 hours or overnight, allowing flavors to intensify and develop a more cohesive texture.
- Cooking Setup: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium temperature, coating the surface with a thin layer of vegetable or olive oil.
- Frying: Spoon chilled mixture into the hot pan, gently flattening each fritter to create uniform thickness. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden-brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Aioli Preparation: Whisk mayonnaise with minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a smooth, tangy dipping sauce.
- Serving: Drain fritters on paper towels to remove excess oil, then plate immediately with garlic aioli for a delectable accompaniment.
Notes
- Freeze Chicken Smartly: Partially freezing chicken breasts makes precise cutting easier and ensures uniform cube sizes for consistent cooking.
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Refrigerating the mixture for at least 2 hours allows ingredients to blend, creating deeper, more harmonious taste profiles.
- Perfect Frying Technique: Maintain medium heat and create a thin oil layer to achieve golden-brown exteriors while ensuring chicken cooks thoroughly without burning.
- Temperature Check Matters: Always verify internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to guarantee safe consumption and prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg