Chicken Croquettes Recipe
Chicken croquettes are crispy on the outside and soft inside. This Chicken Croquettes Recipe is easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- ½ cup onion finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Prepare the Mixture
- In a medium bowl, mix shredded chicken, mashed potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, pepper and paprika. Stir well until combined and sticky.
Shape the Croquettes
- Take a small portion of the mixture. Shape into oval or cylindrical croquettes using your hands. Keep size uniform for even cooking.
Coat the Croquettes
- Roll each croquette in flour, then dip in beaten egg and finally coat with bread crumbs. Make sure each croquette is fully covered.
Heat the Oil
- Pour vegetable oil into a frying pan to cover the bottom. Heat over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Fry the Croquettes
- Place croquettes in hot oil carefully. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Turn them gently to avoid breaking.
Drain and Serve
- Remove croquettes with a slotted spoon. Place on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot with sauce or dip.
Notes
- Use leftover chicken for best flavor.
- Keep croquette shapes uniform for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch.
- Use fresh bread crumbs for extra crispiness.