Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Enjoy these crispy chicken fritters with a creamy garlic aioli dip for a delightful meal or snack!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs 680g chicken breasts (about 3 large breasts
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnais
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten-free option
- 4 oz 113g mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 1 1/3 cups)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp Extra light olive oil or any high-heat cooking oil
- For Garlic Aioli Dip Optional:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper1 1/2 lbs 680g chicken breasts (about 3 large breasts
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnais
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten-free option
- 4 oz 113g mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 1 1/3 cups)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp Extra light olive oil or any high-heat cooking oil
For Garlic Aioli Dip (Optional):
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into 1/3" thick pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the eggs, mayonnaise, flour, shredded mozzarella, dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp of oil. Spoon the chicken mixture into the pan, flattening the tops slightly.
- Sauté uncovered for 3-4 minutes on the first side, then flip and sauté for another 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the aioli, combine all dip ingredients in a small bowl and stir until smooth.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of paprika or cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture before cooking.