Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Golden, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken, these Cheesy Chicken Fritters are one of those recipes that disappear almost as fast as you make them. Crispy on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside, and filled with flavor from bell pepper and herbs, they’re an easy, satisfying option for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 365kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ lb chicken breast cut into small bite-sized pieces
- 1 bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
- 3 eggs large
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded
- 2 tbsp almond flour or breadcrumbs or all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the chicken. Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the bell pepper and parsley.
- Add chicken and veggies. Add the chicken pieces, chopped bell pepper, and parsley to a large bowl.
- Mix the batter. Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, shredded mozzarella, almond flour (or breadcrumbs or flour), garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until everything is evenly coated. The mixture should be slightly sticky but not wet.
- Cook the fritters. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per fritter and gently flatten before cooking.
- Flip & finish. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Serve. Serve warm, with a simple yogurt dip, salad, or your favorite side.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 254mg | Sodium: 1013mg | Potassium: 859mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2551IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 3mg | Net Carbs: 3g