Chicken fritters are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that are easy to make and always a hit. These crispy fritters are made with juicy chicken, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice for the perfect balance of flavors. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together the diced chicken, flour, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Using a spoon, scoop out the chicken mixture and form into small fritters.
- Carefully place the fritters in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
You can customize the seasoning in these chicken fritters by adding your favorite herbs and spices.
These fritters can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven for a crispy texture.
Serve these chicken fritters as a party appetizer or as a main dish with a side salad for a complete meal.