Description
Indulge in the irresistible comfort of Chicken and Potato Croquettes, a delightful blend of tender chicken and creamy mashed potatoes enveloped in a crispy, golden crust. These croquettes are perfect as an appetizer or snack, making them an ideal addition to parties, game days, or casual family dinners. Their savory flavor and satisfying crunch are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your home. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can enjoy a dish that combines simplicity with mouthwatering taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, mashed potatoes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into small oval or round patties.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Coat each patty first in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry croquettes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 croquettes (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg