Description
These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are deliciously crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, packed with mozzarella cheese and fresh dill for a flavorful bite. Perfect as a quick and easy appetizer or a satisfying main dish, served with a tangy garlic aioli for an extra layer of taste.
Ingredients
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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)
Garlic Aioli
- 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, mix the diced chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, flour, shredded mozzarella, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.
- Cook fritters: Heat the extra light olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Using a heaping tablespoon, place portions of the chicken mixture into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon. Sauté each fritter for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they turn golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Make aioli (optional): While the fritters cook, prepare the garlic aioli by combining mayonnaise, pressed garlic clove, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the fried chicken fritters hot, accompanied by the garlic aioli for dipping if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or potato starch.
- Refrigerating the mixture helps the fritters hold together better during cooking.
- Use a high-heat oil if substituting olive oil to prevent burning.
- Leftover fritters can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in a skillet for best texture.
- The garlic aioli adds a rich, tangy flavor but can be omitted or replaced with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
