Spicy Chile Chicken Fritters: A Flavorful Twist on Classic Chicken Fritters

These spicy chile chicken fritters are a perfect blend of tender chicken, fiery chiles, and crispy coating. This recipe is a great way to spice up your regular chicken fritters with a Southwestern twist. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a party appetizer!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped green chiles
• 1/4 cup chopped jalapenos
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, green chiles, jalapenos, cilantro, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the beaten egg to the mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small fritters, about the size of a golf ball, and flatten slightly.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Fry the chicken fritters in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7. Serve the spicy chile chicken fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or salsa.

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