Here’s a detailed Cheesy Chicken Fritters recipe you can make at home — crispy on the outside, juicy and cheesy on the inside! These can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even a main with a side salad or dipping sauce.
🍗 Cheesy Chicken Fritters
🧑🍳 Servings
About 10–12 fritters
⏱️ Time
Prep: 15–20 min
Cook: 15–25 min
🛒 Ingredients
- 1½ lb (about 700 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, finely diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or almond/coconut flour for low-carb)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or mix with cheddar)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but tasty)
- 1–2 jalapeños, finely diced (optional for a little heat)
- 1 spring onion or scallion, sliced
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 Tbsp olive oil (for frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken Mixture
- Dice the chicken into small, bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs, flour, shredded cheese, Parmesan (if using), jalapeño, spring onion, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. The mixture should be sticky and thick.
2️⃣ Chill (Optional but Helpful)
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate 1–2 hours. This helps the mixture firm up so the fritters hold together better when cooking.
3️⃣ Heat the Pan
- Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
4️⃣ Shape and Cook
- Use a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop to scoop out portioned mounds of the chicken mixture.
- Place each mound in the hot pan and gently flatten with the back of a spoon to form a small fritter.
- Fry 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal chicken should be white with no pink).
- Work in batches so the pan isn’t crowded.
5️⃣ Drain & Serve
- Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dips (mayonnaise, garlic aioli, ranch, or ketchup).
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- As an appetizer: Serve with dipping sauces and garnished with extra parsley.
- For a meal: Pair with a green salad, rice, or mashed potatoes.
- Make sliders: Put fritters in buns with lettuce and sauce.
💡 Tips
- If the mixture feels too loose, add a little more flour.
- Don’t overheat the pan — medium to medium-low keeps the cheese melty without burning.
- You can add herbs like dill or basil for extra flavor.
🍯 Optional Dipping Sauce
Garlic Aioli:
- ½ cup mayo
- 1 garlic clove (pressed)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
Whisk together and chill before serving.
Would you like a baked version (instead of pan-fried) or a spicy variation? 😊