**Chicken Croquettes: A Culinary Delight for Every Occasion**
Crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside, chicken croquettes are a culinary delight that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a party snack. Made with a combination of cooked chicken, seasonings, and a binder, these delectable morsels are coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown, creating a tantalizing contrast between the crispy exterior and the moist, succulent filling. Served with a variety of dipping sauces, chicken croquettes offer a versatile dish that can be customized to suit any palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for an easy yet impressive recipe, our collection of chicken croquette recipes has something for everyone. From classic chicken croquettes made with simple ingredients to creative variations featuring unique flavor combinations, our recipes will guide you through the process of crafting these delicious treats. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the irresistible charm of chicken croquettes!
BEST EASY CHICKEN CROQUETTES
My mom used to get chicken croquettes at a fancy restaurant when she was a young woman. I made these once for Mother's Day. She loved them.
Provided by Cindy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine 1/3 cup of the soup, chicken, bread crumbs, celery, onion and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Mix well and shape into 6 croquettes (I make patties). Chill in refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Remove croquettes from refrigerator and roll in additional bread crumbs. In a large skillet, melt 1 to 2 tablespoons shortening. Brown the croquettes in the shortening. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining soup, milk and 1/8 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Heat over low, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over croquettes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1250.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- For the croquette batter: In a heavy pot, heat the milk and chicken stock on the stove and then add the white pepper, fresh parsley and salt, if needed. In a separate heavy pot, melt the butter and add the minced celery. Stir in the flour and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in the hot milk and stock and stir until thickened and smooth. Fold in the chicken meat and allow to cool.
- Breading the croquettes: Shape 3-ounce portions of croquette batter in the shape of a cone and place on a tray lined with waxed paper. Next make an egg wash from the milk, eggs and salt. Dip the croquettes in the egg wash and then into the flour and let stand a few minutes. Finish breading by dipping the croquettes back in the egg wash and then rolling in breadcrumbs.
- For the chicken gravy: Melt the butter in a 1- or 2-quart saucepan, and stir in the flour. Pour in the stock and whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and cook for 20 minutes. Add the fresh parsley, white pepper and salt, to taste, (if fresh stock was used).
- Cooking the croquettes: Fry the croquettes in a pot with salad oil or liquid shortening, heated to 350 degrees F, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain well and blot on paper towels. Place on a bed of mashed potatoes and top each croquette with chicken gravy.
EASY CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Our Oh-so-yummy and EZ-to-make croquettes! These are great for OAMC too. The croquettes freeze well, then just pop them in the microwave for a quick meal or snack. Does not include 3 hr chill time. Cone shape is traditional for croquettes, but I have made patty shaped ones that are just as wonderful. Try adding some chopped mushrooms too. Thanksgiving leftovers?.. Try Recipe #266220 ;)
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 8 croquettes, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix well the chicken, soup, stuffing mix, egg, onion, and celery. Refrigerate 3 hours minimum.
- Create a 'log' shape from about 3/4 cup of mixture. Gently drop onto the counter to flatten the bottom to form a traditional 'cone' shape. (about 3" high, 2" in diameter), or form patties for a simpler method.
- Roll croquettes in bread crumbs. (At this point, you can freeze them for up to two months or cover them and place them in the fridge overnight to serve the following day. Just bring them to room temperature when ready to use if frying them).
- Fry in about 1/4" of oil in skillet over medium heat turning occasionally till golden brown on all sides and bottom, about 10-15 minutes. For a healthier version, they can be baked at 350F for about 25-30 min (from the freezer, bake 45-50 minutes). Keep warm in 200 degree oven.
- MAKE THE SAUCE: Meanwhile, In a small saucepan, stir the remaining can of soup with milk, stirring until warmed and creamy.
- Pour over croquettes or serve sauce on the side. Traditionally served atop a mound of mashed potatoes for a wonderful presentation.
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Here's a different recipe to try with leftovers. It really has a good flavor. These chicken croquettes are fun to serve as an appetizer or for a meal. -Carleen Mullins, Wise, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 6 croquettes.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add the flour, mustard, salt and pepper; stir until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened; remove from the heat. , Add the chicken, green pepper, parsley, onion, lemon juice, paprika and cayenne. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , Shape into six 4x1-in. logs. Place bread crumbs in a shallow dish. In another dish, beat egg and water. Roll logs in bread crumbs, then in egg mixture, then again in crumbs., Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer to 350°. Drop logs a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
LEFTOVER CHICKEN CROQUETTES
A mixture of chicken, eggs, bread crumbs, sauteed onion, parsley and light seasoning make croquettes you'll go crazy for! My grandmother used to make salmon cakes; I adapted that recipe to use leftover cooked chicken.
Provided by Jeanne Gold
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the chicken, bread crumbs, 2 eggs and onion and mix well; if mixture is too dry to form patties, mix in another lightly beaten egg. Then add parsley, salt and pepper to taste, mix well and form into small patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry patties in oil until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
You can use turkey, chicken, salmon, shrimp...whatever you like...for the main ingeredient in these croquettes - I used chicken. GREAT every time! Makes 4 patties, 2 servings.
Provided by Jimijoe 43
Categories High Protein
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter in saucepan.
- Add onion and saute until tender.
- Add flour, salt and pepper.
- Add milk slowly and cook, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Remove from heat and mix in the bread and chicken.
- Chill one hour.
- Shape into 4 patties.
- Dredge each patty in flour, then dip in egg and then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Put enough vegetable oil in a skillet to at least 1/2 inch deep when heated.
- Fry croquettes until browned, turning once.
- Drain on paper towels.
PAN FRIED CHICKEN CROQUETTES
This recipe makes flavorful chicken or turkey croquettes that are crisp on the outside but moist on the inside. The way to keep the croquettes moist is by adding a homemade white sauce to the chicken mixture.
Provided by CookingCutie
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 2h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk flour into melted butter; cook and stir until raw flour taste cooks off and a paste forms, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk milk and chicken broth into butter mixture, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick and smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove sauce from heat and cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Stir chicken, 1 cup bread crumbs, eggs, onion, parsley, garlic powder, celery seed, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; add cooled sauce to chicken mixture and stir until well-combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled and firm, at least 2 hours.
- Shape chilled chicken mixture into 6 patties. Pour remaining bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and roll each chicken patty in bread crumbs to coat completely.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in hot oil, turning once, until patties are cooked through and golden brown on each side, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 136.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 684.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
BRAZILIAN CHICKEN CROQUETTES (COXINHA) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, white onion, chicken, paprika, salt, cream cheese, fresh parsley, unsalted butter, whole milk, chicken broth, all-purpose flour, egg, panko breadcrumbs, oil
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Appetizers
Yield 9 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium pot, heat olive oil, then sauté garlic and onions until soft and brown. Add shredded chicken, salt, and paprika (or cayenne pepper). Stir to incorporate.
- Transfer mixture into a bowl, add cream cheese and parsley. Mix well.
- In the same pot, add butter, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a boil. Stir in flour until dough is formed.
- Transfer dough to a flat surface. Knead the dough while it is warm, but not hot.
- Pinch a piece of dough, about the size of a large egg, and roll into a ball. Using your hands, flatten the dough and spoon filling into the center. Wrap the dough into a pear shape and make sure there aren't any holes.
- While heating a pot of oil to 350˚F/180˚C, dredge the dough in egg and panko, then deep-fry till golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on a towel, or wire rack and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 6 grams
CRISPY CHICKEN CROQUETTES WITH GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE
Here's buttery fried chicken using a new method. Béchamel sauce binds chopped cooked chicken to form patties (croquettes). They are then fried to a crisp golden brown and served with a savory garlic butter sauce.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Time 4h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over low heat. Add onion and cook until tender. Stir in flour; cook and stir until smooth, about 1 minute. Reduce heat if mixture browns too quickly.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup of chicken broth and cook over medium heat stirring constantly until thickened and bubbly. Stir in dry mustard, salt, and chopped chicken; whisk in egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat stirring constantly for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Refrigerate 3 to 4 hours or preferably overnight.
- Combine remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth and hot pepper paste; stir into chilled chicken mixture.
- Shape chicken mixture into patties (an ice cream scoop will give you consistent size patties). Dredge patties in cracker crumbs.
- Pour 1/2 inch oil into skillet. Heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, fry the croquettes until golden brown; do not turn the croquettes until they are well browned on the first side, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn and cook the other side, 4 to 5 minutes. Fry in batches, as needed. Drain on paper towels.
- Melt 1/3 cup butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent it from burning. Stir in flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute.
- Pour in the milk and herbs and continue to cook, whisking constantly, until sauce begins to thicken, about 1 minute. Ladle sauce over croquettes on serving plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 573.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CHICKEN CROQUETTES (CROQUETTES DE VOLAILLE)
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, appetizer, main course
Time 50m
Yield 16 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Remove the meat from the chicken. Discard the skin and bones.
- Chop the chicken meat finely. There should be about two and onehalf cups. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, until onion is wilted and sprinkle with the six tablespoons of flour. Stir with a wire whisk. Add the chicken broth and cream, stirring vigorously with the whisk. Add the yolks and cook about 30 seconds, stirring. Add the cayenne, nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste and one-half cup of the bread crumbs.
- Combine the chopped chicken meat with the sauce. Blend well. Set aside until thoroughly cooled.
- Divide the mixture into 16 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round. Roll the rounds in the remaining one-quarter cup of flour. Shape the rounds into any desired shape: pyramids, cylinders, spheres, or flat cakes.
- Beat the egg with the water. Roll the croquettes in the egg mixture and then in the remaining bread crumbs. Press to help crumbs adhere. Shake off excess.
- Heat the oil for deep frying. Add the croquettes a few at a time and cook about four minutes or until golden brown. Serve, if desired, with mushroom sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 241, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 288 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 3h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add the shallots and saute until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the 2 tablespoons of flour, stir it into the butter with a wooden spoon, and cook for 2 minutes more. Whisk in the cream, bring to a simmer, stirring until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Pour the sauce into a medium bowl; season with 1 teaspoon of the salt, pepper to taste, and nutmeg. Set aside to cool, stirring occasionally.
- Stir the chicken, parsley, and chives into the cooled sauce. By hand, form the chicken mixture into eight 3-inch long torpedo-shaped croquettes. Put the croquettes on a pan or large plate, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours or until set and firm.
- Put a heaping cup of flour in a shallow bowl or lipped plate. In another small bowl whisk the eggs with the remaining salt and pepper to taste. Spread the breadcrumbs into a third shallow bowl.
- Bread the croquettes. Roll them in the flour, taking care to shake off any excess. Next, dip them in the egg mixture, and finally roll in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Place on a plate.
- Pour enough oil into a large skillet to come about halfway up the sides of the croquettes, and heat over medium heat. Shallow-fry the croquettes until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels and serve with the mustard.
- Put the parsley, thyme, onion, carrot, celery, and chicken breasts in a medium saucepan. Cover with the broth, and bring just to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover. Poach the chicken for 20 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove the pan from the heat, uncover, cool the chicken in the stock for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve the liquid. Bone and skin the chicken and cut the meat into cubes. Discard the bones and skin.
- Strain the broth and store, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 days or freeze for later use. Remove any fat from the surface of the broth before using.
LEFTOVER CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Make and share this Leftover Chicken Croquettes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kineline
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the chicken, bread crumbs, 2 eggs and onion and mix well; if mixture is too dry to form patties, mix in another lightly beaten egg. Then add parsley, salt and pepper to taste, mix well and form into small patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry patties in oil until golden brown.
CHICKEN-HAM CROQUETTES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 2h10m
Yield about 20 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Put the ham and 1/2 cup milk in a small bowl; refrigerate 1 hour. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots, celery, garlic, thyme sprig, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes; discard the thyme. Add the flour and cook, whisking, 1 minute. Whisk in the remaining 1 cup milk; cook, whisking, until thick, 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.
- Transfer the chilled mixture to a food processor and pulse until almost smooth. Add the chicken and 1/2 teaspoon salt; pulse until the meat is finely ground. Drain the ham and add to the food processor along with the parsley; pulse until combined. Transfer to a bowl.
- Brush a baking sheet with vegetable oil. With lightly oiled hands, shape the chicken mixture into about twenty 2-to-3-inch croquettes. Transfer to the baking sheet and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Spread the breadcrumbs in a shallow dish; whisk the eggs in another dish. Dip the croquettes in the eggs, then coat in the breadcrumbs; return to the baking sheet. Cover and chill until ready to fry.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, fry the croquettes until browned, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm or at room temperature with honey mustard.
CHICKEN CORNBREAD CROQUETTES
This is a great recipe to use with leftover chicken. I've made this with plain bread crumbs but cornbread stuffing has become my children's favorite! Serve with chicken gravy.
Provided by Mark P
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix milk and chicken broth together in a bowl.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until a thick, creamy paste forms. Whisk in milk mixture until sauce is thick and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Add chicken; mix until coated with eggs. Mix in 1 cup corn bread stuffing and parsley. Stir in sauce until thoroughly combined. Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
- Freeze chicken mixture until firm enough to form into balls, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix remaining 1 cup corn bread stuffing and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl.
- Scoop up a tablespoonful of chicken mixture; roll in corn bread-Parmesan mixture and form into a ball. Place on the greased baking dish. Repeat with chicken mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crisp, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 126.3 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1110.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
CHICKEN CROQUETTES AND MUSHROOM SAUCE
Baked in the oven so it doesn't have all the fat, Chicken croquettes has a crispy outside similar to deep-fried croquettes. And the mushroom sauce served with them is almost like gravy.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 minutes or until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken from broth; strain broth, reserving 1 1/2 cups. Set aside.
- Position knife blade in food processor bowl.
- Place chicken in processor bowl; process 45 seconds or until chicken is finely chopped, but not smooth. Set aside.
- Saute 1/2 cup diced celery and 1/2 cup diced onion in a large skillet coated with cooking spray.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in chicken, egg substitute, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cornstarch, milk, and 1/2 cup reserved broth in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil; boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir sauce into chicken mixture; shape into 6 croquettes.
- Combine cracker crumbs and paprika; roll croquettes in crumbs, and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
- Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
- Serve with Mushroom Sauce.
- Yield: 6 servings Mushroom Sauce: Saute mushrooms in margarine in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add flour, stirring until smooth.
- Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in salt and pepper.
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups.
WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CROQUETTES
These croquettes are so tasty and since they used canned chicken, are a snap to prepare. And the kids love them. This is a "base" recipe...you can add your own spices and seasonings as desired.
Provided by AngelaTN
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Mix together all ingredients.
- Form into patties.
- Fry over medium heat until lightly browned on both sides.
- Drain and pat with paper towels before serving.
BEST EASY CHICKEN CROQUETTES RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by nanasally4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Combine 1/3 cup of the soup, chicken, bread crumbs, celery, onion and 1/4 tsp poultry seasoning. Mix well and shape into 6 croquettes or patties. Chill in refrigerator for about 1 hour 2. Remove croquettes from refrigerator and roll in additional bread crumbs. In a large skillet, melt 1-2 tbsp shortening. Brown the croquettes in the shortening. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining soup, milk and 1/8 tsp poultry seasoning. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over croquettes
CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO CROQUETTES
Make and share this Chicken and Sweet Potato Croquettes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Evie3234
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 18 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Boil both potatoes together until tender, drain into large bowl and mash.
- Stir in onions, seasoning, cheese, butter and chicken; mix well.
- Shape mixture into 18 croquettes.
- Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Toss croquettes in flour, shake away excess.
- Dip croquettes in eggs, then crumbs.
- Shallow-fry croquettes in batches, in hot oil until browned; drain on absorbent paper.
CREAMY CHICKEN CROQUETTES
This recipe is a great way to use leftover chicken (or turkey). They are delicate and creamy, yet loaded with chicken flavor. Served with mashed potatoes and gravy and another vegetable of your choice ..... this is comfort food at its best!
Provided by Susan Bickta
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Place a 2-3 quart saucepan over medium high heat. Add the butter and cook until melted. Add the flour and continue to cook, stirring often, for 2-3 minutes.
- 2. Add the milk and ground mustard. Cook, stirring constantly, until a thick cream sauce forms.
- 3. Add the next 7 ingredients (the remaining croquette ingredients). Cook an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is well combined.
- 4. Transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1-2 hours or until mixture becomes firm.
- 5. Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs and the paprika.
- 6. Remove chicken mixture from refrigerator and form into 6 "patties".
- 7. Dredge each in seasoned breadcrumbs and place on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 8. Place 1 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add enough oil to coat bottom of pan. Add the croquettes and cook until browned on each side, about 10 - 15 minutes, adding oil if needed.
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Dark or white skinless cooked chicken will work for this. You will love these! Plan ahead the chicken mixture needs to chill for a minimum of 2 hours before shaping and frying. Make certain to finely chop the cooked chicken, if possible use a herb-flavored crouton, make your own or use purchased, you can process the croutons on a food processor if desired, I have made this recipe many times, they are *very* good! :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken
Time 2h4m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium or small skillet melt butter over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and celery (if using) sauté for about 3 minutes or until soft; transfer to a large bowl.
- To the bowl add in cooked chicken, 2 eggs, crushed croutons or breadcrumbs, parsley, seasoned salt and Parmesan cheese; mix to combine (if the mixture is too dry then add in one more egg if too moist add in a small amount more of croutons and mix again).
- Season with black pepper to taste and cayenne (if using).
- Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Shape into small thin patties and add to oil.
- Fry until golden brown.
Tips:
- For a crispy crust, coat the croquettes in breadcrumbs before frying.
- To save time, use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken from a previous meal.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking. For a spicier croquette, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Serve the croquettes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
- For a healthier version, bake the croquettes in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Conclusion:
Chicken croquettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are relatively easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give these chicken croquettes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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