Description
Cheesy chicken fritters deliver a delightful Mediterranean-inspired fusion of crispy exterior and succulent chicken interior. Parmesan, herbs, and golden-brown edges create an irresistible appetizer that will tempt your taste buds with each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.25 pounds (567 grams) chicken breasts, diced into 0.25-inch pieces
Main Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 0.25 cups (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1.25 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Dipping Sauce:
- 0.25 cups (60 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 0.25 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into uniform 1/3-inch (0.8 cm) cubes, using partially frozen meat for easier cutting and consistent sizing.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine diced chicken with whole eggs, full-fat mayonnaise, all-purpose flour, freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, dried dill weed, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Seal the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and develop a more cohesive texture.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, adding enough vegetable or olive oil to create a thin, even layer across the cooking surface.
- Using a tablespoon (), carefully drop portions of the chilled chicken mixture into the hot pan, gently flattening each fritter with the back of the spoon to create a uniform thickness.
- Fry the fritters for 4-5 minutes per side, ensuring they develop a golden-brown crust and are completely cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While fritters are cooking, prepare the garlic aioli by whisking together mayonnaise, finely minced fresh garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, then serve immediately with the homemade garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
- Freezing chicken slightly before cutting helps create uniform bite-sized pieces for perfect fritter texture.
- Mixing ingredients thoroughly ensures even distribution of cheese, seasonings, and binding agents throughout the chicken mixture.
- Refrigerating the mixture allows flavors to meld and develop a more complex taste profile before cooking.
- Cooking fritters in a non-stick pan with medium heat creates a crispy golden exterior while maintaining a juicy interior.
- Garlic aioli adds a zesty, creamy complement that elevates the overall flavor of these cheesy chicken bites.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture, enjoying the crisp outside and tender chicken inside.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 240 mg