Keto Cheesy Chicken Fritters (Printable)

Crispy, golden chicken patties loaded with melted cheese and herbs. Ready in 30 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Cheese

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, finely chopped or ground
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Bindings

04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 2 tbsp almond flour
06 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise

→ Vegetables & Herbs

07 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices

10 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
11 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ For Frying

13 - 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, almond flour, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
03 - Scoop approximately 3 heaping tablespoons of the mixture for each fritter. Gently shape into small patties using wet hands to prevent sticking.
04 - Place patties in the hot skillet, leaving space between each. Flatten lightly with a spatula and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches as needed to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately with your preferred keto-friendly sauce or a simple side salad.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
  • The crispy cheesy exterior gives way to incredibly juicy tender chicken inside every single bite
  • These reheat beautifully so you can make a batch ahead and enjoy them all week long
02 -
  • Wet your hands between shaping each fritter or the mixture will stick stubbornly to your fingers
  • Do not crowd the pan or the fritters will steam instead of developing that crispy golden crust
  • Let them rest on paper towels for a minute before serving to absorb excess oil
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded cheese which contains anti caking agents that prevent proper melting
  • Let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before shaping if you are having trouble getting the patties to hold together

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