These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are a surprising way to use chicken breast, but it really works. These fritters are tender, juicy and so flavorful. If you love easy chicken recipes, THESE chicken patties are for you!
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Oh P.S. that garlic aoili sauce is all kinds of delicious. It whips up fast (put everything into a dish and stir with a spoon) – easy! You will want to dip you chicken fritters, fries and veggies into it forever and it also works fabulously on sandwiches and burgers. Have you made an aoili before?
This recipe is an oldie, but goodie. I want everyone to discover it! It’s one of those easy chicken recipes you will make over and over. One of my readers, Nadia, wrote in with her recipe for these”Kotleti Nezhnost” or Tender Kotleti, sharing how much her family loved them. Nadia, thank you so much for introducing us to such a delicious recipe that we have made over and over; both for our family and for company. This chicken fritters recipe always gets glowing reviews.
How to Serve Chicken Patties:
Honestly these chicken patties disappear just as soon as they are out of the pan, but you could serve them as appetizers, between sliders as mini chicken sandwiches or as a side for dinner. These are a crowd pleasing treat and seriously try them with that garlic aioli which is all kinds of yum!
If you’re pressed for time, you can cook this recipe right away after it is mixed but if you are patient or want to exercise the make-ahead option, refrigerate the mixture for 2 hours or overnight and the results will be even more juicy and flavorful.
Can I Use Ground Chicken or Cooked Chicken?
YES! We love the texture and juicy bites of diced chicken but you can substitute with ground chicken. A few readers have also reported good results using pre-cooked chicken. You can use what you have on hand for a quick lunch or snack.
I hope you’re craving these big time! Ha ha!! No seriously, I do hope these cheesy chicken fritters become a new favorite for you as they are in our home.
More Easy Chicken Recipes to Discover:
We have hundreds of chicken recipes and here are some of our all-time reader and family favorites:
- Chicken Drumsticks with Garlic and Dijon have all the flavor!
- Homemade Chicken Nuggets are 100x better than store-bought
- Chicken and Mushroom Stir fry is super saucy
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos are easy and loaded with flavor
Watch How to Make Cheesy Chicken Fritters:
You will love the crisp cheesy edges and juicy center of these chicken patties. These are even delicious at room temperature or chilled and you won’t be able to stop at just one. If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, they re-heat really well on a skillet.
⬇ Print-Friendly Cheesy Chicken Fritters Recipe:
Cheesy Chicken Fritters
Ingredients
Ingredients for Chicken 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, to saute (or any high heat cooking oil)
Ingredients for Garlic Aioli Dip (Optional)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife, dice chicken into 1/3" thick pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Tip: If chicken breast is partially frozen, it will be a little bit easier to slice.
- Into the mixing bowl, add remaining batter ingredients: 2 eggs, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/3 cup flour, 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella, 1 1/2 Tbsp dill, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste. Stir the mixture until well combined, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp oil. When oil is hot, add the chicken mixture a heaping Tablespoon at a time. Slightly flatten out the tops with the back of your spoon and sauté uncovered 3-4 min on the first side, then flip and saute 3 min on the second side or until outsides are golden brown and chicken is fully cooked through* Repeat with remaining fritters adding more oil as needed.
- To make the aioli (if using), combine all ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and stir together until smooth.
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving
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They turned out really really good! It’s a very kid friendly meal and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Glad to hear that you enjoyed them!
Looove the flavor, my kids devoured. My only question is should they fall apart easy or hold together while you eat?? Mine would fall apart pretty quickly so they were hard to dip. I was thinking to add more flour next time but not sure. Either way they are delicious!.
Hi Lisa, they should not fall apart. A good non-stick pan really helps with flipping the fritters so they don’t stick or fall apart. Be sure to fully preheat your pan also. It might also help to chop the chicken finer and also be sure to keep the proportions of liquid to dry ingredients the same so the batter doesn’t end up too loose. Not sure what else will cause that one.
My son and I made these together from your cookbook. They turned out great. I am not good at cooking fried foods, but I can cook these! I want to experiment with adding some ham too and see if I can get that to work.
Oooh, now you’re workin towards a Chicken Cordon Bleu Fritter, 😋. I must now try making this. 😁
These lil “gold nuggets” are a must to make
My family loves them. I could make them once a week and they’d be so happy. They make great leftovers too or the next day for lunch! Easy to pack for the family. You’ve got to make them! If you don’t, you’re missing out !! 😉
Thank you for your kind words and great feedback!
Natasha
I’ve made these 3-4 times.. I’ll make and leave in the fridge overnight and cook half one night and Half the next.. They are as good the next for work such an easy way to eat on the move at work… Folks if your wondering about trying they are a must.. I’ll be making for a little Christmas party this week..
Is the chicken supposed to be cooked then cut and marinate with the rest of the ingredients for 2 hours? I’m sorry instructions not clear on if it’s cooked or raw then goes in frigde?
Hi Claudia, I recommend Clicking “Jump to recipe” at the top of the post to see the full recipe. You can also watch the video for how I make it. You use raw chicken here, you dice it and marinate it before cooking it. I hope this helps.
Delicious, a favorite with my grandchildren
Hi natasha, I was wondering what the difference is if I fried these right after I make them or at least half an hour after..
Hi Ana! I don’t recommend skipping it because the mixture needs time firm up so it holds together better when frying. It also allows time for the flavors to meld together.
Fantastic recipe! Yum! I have made it twice already for my family and everyone LOVES the fritters. Thank you for our new regular ❤️👌
I’m so delighted you found a new favorite on my blog, Hana! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
I need to make these. I’m not a huge dill fan. Is it a strong flavor in these?
Hi Heather, it’s noticeable but you can use less or use another herb of your choice, like parsley.
This is on repeat @ my house, at least once a month! I added garlic & onion powder and some paprika last time & baked them instead juge hit!
That’s wonderful! I’m glad your family is enjoying the recipe!
Hi Chris, did you bake them in the oven? I was wondering if i could do that instead of frying. If yes, please tell me what temperature did you use and how long did it take?
I have made many of your recipes (which we like all of them) and this one is definitely a fave! I made them for some friends not long ago who also approved! They are quite versatile and reheat well!
Hi! What can be used in place of plastic wrap? We don’t usually have that on hand. Thank you!
Hi! If you don’t have them on hand you can try beeswax wraps (or vegan wax wraps) or silicone stretch lids / reusable silicone covers.
I have a lot of the raw meat mixture left over. Will it freeze and then thaw ok to fry for next time?
Hi Mari! I haven’t frozen the mixture raw but one of my viewers has and had no problem.
Since I am only cooking for the hubby and myself, I usually freeze 1/2 of the meat mixture for another time. Works great!
Absolutely fabulous. I make them all the time and everybody loves them.
I have been making these for a few years for lunch prep! Sooooo good! I think this time I want to add jalapeños this time. I usually add smoked paprika for a extra kick.
Great idea, if you try it, I’d love to know how you like it with jalapeños!
We love these chicken fritters but I wonder if these can be baked as a rectangle on a cookie sheet, then cut to fit whatever bun being used? Would baking dry them out?
Hi Jeanne! Here’s what one of my viewers said- “I lined a baking pan w/parchment paper & sprayed w/olive oil (very important to do). After that I used a 2 oz. (1/4 cup) scooper to measure out the mixture & placed it on the pan & slightly flattened it out. I baked @ 375 degrees F for 20 min, turned them over & baked for 20 minutes more. They browned & crisped up nicely.”
Thank you fir this delicious recipe I made these for my husband and he loved them so did I …so easy and different I am making them for the grandkids tonight I know they will love them too! I love all your recipes
You’re so nice! Thank you, for your wonderful feedback, Maryanne! I’m so happy you loved it.
Can I use chicken thighs. Instead of chicken breast. My family loves thighs. Would the cooking time change
Hi there, yes that will be fine! Chicken thighs typically take a bit longer to cook through than chicken breasts.If you’re cooking the thighs whole and then shredding, make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to mak sure that it’s fully cooked.
I make these often, the are really delicious.
Do you think the recipe will work with turkey breasts?
Hi Julia, yes, that can be a good substitute for chicken. It is a bit leaner than chicken though so you might want to add a bit of oil or adjust the seasonings slightly to your taste. Hope you love it!
It worked just fine. I made them with cheddar cheese and omitted the dill. Perfect, as always! Thank you for the great recipes!
These fritters are so tasty‼️are these suitable for freezing when cooked and then reheated❓️❓️
Hi Chris! I’m happy to hear you loved them. Yes, they reheat great.