Cheesy Chicken Fritters with Dill and Garlic Aioli Recipe
These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are golden, crispy, and bursting with flavor. Made from tender diced chicken breasts mixed with mozzarella cheese, fresh dill, and a light batter, they are pan-fried to perfection. Served with a tangy homemade garlic aioli, these fritters make a delicious appetizer or main dish that’s sure to please the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 12 fritters (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Fritter Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (approximately 3 large breasts), diced into 1/3″ pieces
- 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 (about 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 for sautéing)
Garlic 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 the chicken breasts into 1/3″ thick pieces. To make slicing easier, partially freeze the chicken beforehand. Place the diced chicken into a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Batter: Add to the chicken the eggs, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, flour, shredded mozzarella, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until the mixture is well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor meld.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of extra light olive oil. When the oil is hot, drop the chicken mixture by heaping tablespoons into the pan. Slightly flatten the tops with the back of the spoon. Sauté each fritter uncovered for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes on the other side, or until the fritters are cooked through and golden. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
- Prepare the Garlic Aioli: In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine 1/3 cup mayonnaise, pressed garlic clove, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir together until smooth and creamy. Serve alongside the warm fritters for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or potato starch.
- Partially freezing the chicken breasts before dicing makes slicing easier and safer.
- Ensure the pan and oil are hot before adding the fritters to prevent sticking and achieve a crispy exterior.
- You can prepare the fritter batter the night before to enhance the flavors.
- The garlic aioli can be made ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
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