Chicken Croquettes with Lettuce
Crispy golden chicken croquettes served on a bed of fresh lettuce with lime wedges for a bright, quick meal or snack.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 1 lime lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix 2 cups shredded chicken, 1 beaten egg, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Shape the mixture into 8 small croquettes, about 2 inches long. Roll each in the remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry the croquettes in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total.
- 4
Arrange 4 lettuce leaves on a plate and place the hot croquettes on top. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- skillet
- tongs
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