Flavorful chicken fritters are warm and crispy crowd favorites! Simply mix tender pieces of chicken breast and shredded cheese with a seasoned batter and pan-fry to golden brown perfection. Serve them with your favorite sauce and wait for all the rave reviews from your family!
Enjoy your cheesy chicken fritters as an appetizer for parties, game day and other get-togethers, or pair them with sides as the main course. Make it a full meal with mashed potato casserole, Brussels sprouts and corn on the cob!
Chicken Fritters Recipe
Cheesy chicken fritters are so good you’ll want to make them again and again! They’re so easy to make because you simply mix up the batter, then stir in the chicken pieces and cheese all in one bowl. There’s no hassle of dredging chicken into different mixtures! Pan-fry these in just about an inch of oil for the most incredible crispy chicken bites.
Your picky kids will love these too! The whole family gets excited when chicken fritters are on the menu. Don’t forget the delicious dipping sauces like Cane’s sauce, honey mustard or ketchup. Plus, they’re versatile enough to enjoy with a variety of sides from French fries to white cheddar Mac and cheese, or keep things light and serve with a fresh green salad.
Ingredients Needed
This chicken fritters recipe is made with ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. Mix them up and you’ll have amazing chicken patties in no time! See the recipe card below for a list of exact measurements.
- Chicken: Cut boneless skinless chicken breast into very small pieces.
- Eggs: Combine two eggs with the buttermilk to make the batter and ensure a golden crispy fritter.
- Buttermilk: This is an essential ingredient that will add flavor and make the chicken tender and juicy. You can make your own buttermilk, if you don’t have any on hand!
- Flour: All-purpose flour will make for a perfectly crispy exterior.
- Seasonings: A blend of paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper adds wonderful flavor to the egg and flour mixture.
- Cheese: A mix of both shredded mozzarella cheese and sharp cheddar cheese really takes these to the next level of deliciousness!
- Green Onions: Add to the batter and use some extra to garnish for a pop of color!
- Vegetable Oil: For frying.
How to Make Chicken Fritters
These amazing bites of crispiness are super easy to make from scratch at home. Plus, you can serve them as a satisfying snack, appetizer or main dish!
- Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into small chunks, about ⅛ inch pieces.
- Make the Breading: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In a larger bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Mix: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix together until it is well incorporated. Add in the chicken, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and green onions. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Fry: Heat 1-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot, drop the batter in, about ¼ cup scoops, and fry on each side for about 4-5 minutes. The fritters should be golden brown and the chicken fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel lined plate to cool a while before enjoying.
Helpful Tips
Before you get started frying up these irresistible fritters, let me share some handy tips to ensure they turn out just right!
- Buttermilk Option: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make some by mixing ¼ cup whole milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar, just mix the two together and let it sit for about 5 minutes before using.
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: It may be necessary to fry in batches. You want to give each fritter enough space to cook evenly and a nice golden exterior.
- Sauces: These fritters are best served with a dipping sauce, I suggest Garlic Aioli or Fry Sauce.
Storing Leftovers
These chicken fritters can easily be stored and reheated the next day! It’s the perfect, easy lunch or snack option for any day of the week.
- In the Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container or large resealable bag in the fridge for 4 days.
- In the Freezer: Freeze these after they have cooled completely. To keep from sticking, line them on a baking sheet for 2 hours in the freezer. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- To Reheat: To keep them crispy, reheat them in the oven or air fryer. Heat at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, till hot.
More Chicken Recipes
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Chicken Fritters
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely sliced
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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Cut the chicken breasts into small chunks, about ⅛ inch pieces.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In a larger bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix together until it is well incorporated. Add in the chicken, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and green onions. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
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Heat 1-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot, drop the batter in, about ¼ cup scoops, and fry on each side for about 4-5 minutes. The fritters should be golden brown and the chicken fully cooked.
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Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel lined plate to cool a while before enjoying.
Notes
These fritters are best served with a dipping sauce, I suggest Garlic Aioli or Fry Sauce.
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make some by mixing ¼ cup whole milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar, just mix the two together and let it sit for about 5 minutes before using.
