Description
Delicious and crispy Cheesy Chicken Fritters made with tender chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, and fresh dill. These golden fritters are sautéed to perfection and served with a flavorful garlic lemon aioli, making them a perfect appetizer or main dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Fritters
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (3 large)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten free)
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/3 cups shredded)
- 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)
Garlic Lemon Aioli
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove (pressed)
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Using a sharp knife, dice chicken breasts into 1/3-inch thick pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Tip: Slightly frozen chicken breast is easier to slice evenly.
- Mix the Fritter Batter: Add the eggs, mayonnaise, flour, shredded mozzarella, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with chicken. Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld and batter firm up.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, scoop heaping tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the pan. Slightly flatten the tops with the back of a spoon. Sauté uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Flip the fritters and cook for an additional 3 minutes on the second side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the outside is crisped. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
- Prepare the Garlic Lemon Aioli: In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the mayonnaise, pressed garlic clove, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir together until smooth and well mixed. Serve alongside the chicken fritters for dipping.
Notes
- Using partially frozen chicken breast makes it easier to dice uniformly.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with cornstarch or potato starch.
- Adjust seasoning (salt and pepper) to taste as ingredients and personal preference vary.
- The fritters can be cooked in batches and kept warm in a low oven while finishing the rest.
- Aioli is optional but adds a bright, creamy dip that complements the fritters well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American