Chicken Croquettes
Crispy golden croquettes with a savory shredded chicken filling. A crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer that's easier than it looks.
- Total time
- 60 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 medium onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Boil the 1 lb chicken breast in salted water until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Shred and set aside.
- 2
In a pan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in 1 cup flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1 cup milk, stirring until thick, about 3 minutes.
- 4
Mix in the shredded chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool, then chill for 30 minutes.
- 5
Shape the mixture into 12 croquettes. Dip each in 2 beaten eggs, then coat with 1 cup breadcrumbs.
- 6
Heat 2 cups oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry croquettes in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- 7
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- frying pan
- mixing bowl
- deep pot for frying
- tongs
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