Cheesy Chicken Fritters
These cheesy chicken fritters are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and loaded with melted mozzarella and fresh dill. They make a protein-packed meal or snack—especially delicious with a quick homemade garlic aioli.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs chicken breasts diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch/potato starch for GF
- 1⅓ cups shredded mozzarella
- 1½ Tbsp chopped fresh dill
- ½ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp light olive oil for frying
Garlic Aioli (Optional)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- ½ Tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Dice chicken finely and combine with remaining ingredients.
- Chill mixture for 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat oil and cook fritters 3–4 min per side.
- Mix aioli ingredients if using. Serve fritters warm with dip.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/cheesy-chicken-fritters/
Notes
- Use a food chopper to speed up the chicken dicing process.
- These are great for meal prep—store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for later.
- Make mini versions for a party appetizer or snack platter.
- Works well with other cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack.