Here’s an easy, crispy-on-the-outside Cheesy Chicken Fritters recipe—perfect for dinner, snacks, or appetizers 🧀🐔
Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
(rotisserie chicken works great) - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix the batter
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, cheese, eggs, flour, green onions, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until everything is well combined.
- Heat the pan
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the fritters
- Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture into the pan.
- Gently flatten with a spatula.
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain & serve
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot.
Serving Ideas
- Dip in ranch, garlic aioli, sour cream, or honey mustard
- Serve with a fresh salad or roasted veggies
- Tuck into a wrap or slider bun
Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy: Use panko instead of flour
- Spicy: Add cayenne or diced jalapeños
- Baked option: Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 18–20 minutes, flipping once
- Air fryer: 375°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway
If you’d like, I can also give you a low-carb version, kid-friendly version, or a freezer-friendly make-ahead option.
