Chicken Breast Fritters Recipe with Yogurt-Cucumber Dip
Tired of the same old chicken recipes? Here’s one that my kids absolutely love and adore – tender chicken breast fritters! Made with chicken breast, eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, spring onion, etc., pan-fried and served with a creamy yogurt cucumber dip. These fried chicken patties are hard to resist!
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Chicken breast fritters recipe with yogurt-cucumber dip is the perfect fresh and exciting chicken recipe you and your family will enjoy. These tender chicken fritters are made with fresh chicken breast, eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, springs, and other wholesome ingredients. These ingredients will go on to be mixed together to form a loose batter. This “batter” is then pan-fried with olive oil for the best kid-friendly chicken fried chicken patties. Our chicken breast fajitas is another favorite chicken breast recipe you should check out!
Chicken fritters are crispy on the outside, tender, juicy, and soft inside. And every bite is filled with flavor and deliciousness. These make a perfect chicken snack or as a part of dinner/lunch!
What Is a Chicken Fritter? Where Did Chicken Fritters Come From?
A chicken fritter consists of diced pieces of chicken breast, flour, mayo, cheese, and a few other ingredients. It’s a bit like a chicken nugget but more like patties. Also, there’s nothing processed about it, and chicken breast is used rather than rib meat. Trust me, these are going to be your new favorite!
Chicken fritters originated in Scotland, and it refers to frying something coated in batter. However, this recipe, as is, is currently an American cuisine.
Why You Will Love These Chicken Breast Fritters
- They are easy and simple to make.
- Nutritious and flavorful.
- The the answer you need to replace processed chicken nuggets.
- The creamy dip is irresistible. Alternatively, you can dip them in ketchup!
- It’s a healthy choice that you can feel good about feeding your family.
- They’re quick and perfect for even a busy night or as snack!!
- Chicken fritters are kid-friendly!
- You can make these tender chicken breast fritters ahead and freeze them; they are the perfect meal prep recipe!
Kid-Friendly Chicken Recipe
Since kids love chicken nuggets, chicken fritters are a step up with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about serving. The flavors are tasty, and your kids will clean their plates fast. Don’t take my word for it; give this recipe a try!
Can I Make Chicken Fritters Without Eggs?
You can swap out the eggs in this recipe with flaxseed, famously known as flax egg. The ratio for flax egg is 2 Tbsp flaxseed meal + 5 Tbsp water; this makes “2 eggs.” Alternatively, you can swap out the eggs with chickpea flour.
Ingredients for Tender Chicken Breast Fritters
Here is what you need to make these tender chicken breast fritters!
For the Chicken Breast Fritters:
- Chicken breasts
- Eggs
- Light mayonnaise
- All-purpose flour
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- Olive oil
- Green onions
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Knorr chicken Bouillon seasoning powder (optional)
For the Yogurt-Cucumber Dip:
- English cucumber
- Sour cream
- Greek yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic (grated)
How to Make Tender Chicken Breast Fritters (Step-by-Step)
These chicken breast fritters are so simple to make. Here are the step-by-step instructions for the fritters and the dip! Note that the video recipe will soon be up on my YouTube channel.
- Prep the Chicken
Clean the chicken breast and cut/dice it up into cubes that are ¼ to ½ inch in size, then add them to a bowl.
- Mix/Combine the Ingredients
Mix the chicken with mayo, mozzarella, flour, eggs, green onions, salt and pepper, and seasoning cube (if using). Use a fork or spoon to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Cook your Chicken Fritters
Warm a pan up on your stove over medium heat and then add oil to it. When the oil is hot, scoop some of the mixture into the hot pan. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked. Repeat as needed until you cook all of the mixture, then serve hot with the yogurt-cucumber dip.
- Make the Yogurt-Cucumber Dip
Make your yogurt-cucumber dip with the fitters cook. Wash your English cucumber and dry it off with a paper towel. Grate it with your box grater, then season with half a teaspoon of salt. Let sit for at least 5 minutes, then squeeze out the water. You can then add the cucumber to a clean bowl with the yogurt, sour cream, pepper, and garlic. Mix it well and taste, adjusting the flavors if needed, then serve with the chicken fritters.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- It helps to use an ice cream scoop to measure the fritter batter into the pan.
- Refrain from overcrowding the pan; cook the fritters in batches.
- You should have about 10 fritters from this recipe, depending on the size of your ice cream scoop.
- Do not cook the fritters on a very high heat. They could burn.
- I like using chicken breast for this recipe, but you can definitely use skinless/boneless thighs if that’s what you have.
What Do You Serve with Chicken Fritters?
Aside from this tangy yogurt-cucumber dip, you can serve your chicken fritters with your game-day spread of other appetizers. You can also add different sauces if you’d like to suit everyone’s tastes. If you’re making these for dinner, serve them with mashed potatoes, pasta, zucchini fries, or a robust salad.
How to Store Leftover Tender Chicken Fritters
The kids gobble these chicken fritters SO so fast that we never have any leftovers. But if you have some remaining, they’ll keep in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for about 3 months, making them even more convenient than a bag of processed chicken nuggets.
Chicken Fritters FAQs
Chicken fritters are basically diced chicken breasts combined with flour, mayo, eggs, shredded cheese, green onions, seasonings and pan-fried. They’re crispy outside, tender, savory, and juicy inside. They are the perfect answer for a quick, fun, and nutritious meal.
In this recipe, the secret to tender chicken is using mayonnaise in the fritter batter. It keeps the interior of the patties juicy and tender while the outside is nice and crispy.
For gluten-free chicken fritters, swap the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version of all-purpose flour such as almond flour. Ensure that you use a gluten-free Knorr Bouillon, too. It’s essential to read the labels first. You can omit it and still have a tasty chicken fritter.
Believe it or not, chicken cakes/patties/fritters originated in Europe during the Middle Ages. Mind blown! Scottish people used to fry chicken in fat, which is how they evolved to make it to our plates.
Recipe Variations:
- Try them using boneless cuts of dark meat like chicken thighs instead of chicken breast.
- Make them spicy by adding cayenne pepper, chili pepper, or a splash of hot sauce.
- Try using different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack.
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Chicken Breast Fritters Recipe with Yogurt-Cucumber Dip
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 fritters; 5 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
Chicken breast fritters recipe with yogurt-cucumber dip is the perfect fresh and exciting chicken recipe you and your family will enjoy. These tender chicken fritters are made with fresh chicken breast, eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, springs, and other wholesome ingredients. This “batter” is then pan-fried with olive oil for the best kid-friendly chicken fried chicken patties. Chicken fritters are crispy on the outside, tender, juicy, and soft inside. And every bite is filled with flavor and deliciousness. These make a perfect chicken snack or as a part of dinner/lunch!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup light mayonnaise
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup or 4 oz of mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon Knorr Bouillon seasoning powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
For The Yogurt-Cucumber Dip:
- 1 small English cucumber
- 3 tablespoons of sour cream
- 2 tablespoons of Greek Yogurt
- 1 – 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken. Clean the chicken breast and cut/dice it up into cubes that are ¼ to ½ inch in size, then add them to a bowl.
- Mix/Combine the Ingredients. Mix the chicken with mayo, mozzarella, flour, eggs, green onions, salt and pepper, and seasoning cube (if using). Use a fork or spoon to incorporate all the ingredients. Add the chicken breast into a big bowl, and add all the ingredients – Mayo, mozzarella, flour, eggs, green onions, salt and pepper, and seasoning cube. Use a fork or spoon to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Cook your Chicken Fritters. Warm a pan up on your stove over medium heat and then add oil to it. When the oil is hot, scoop some of the mixture into the hot pan. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked. Repeat as needed until you cook all of the mixture, then serve hot with the yogurt-cucumber dip.
- Make the Yogurt-Cucumber Dip. Make your yogurt-cucumber dip with the fitters cook. Wash your English cucumber and dry it off with a paper towel. Grate it with your box grater, then season with half a teaspoon of salt. Let sit for at least 5 minutes, then squeeze out the water. You can then add the cucumber to a clean bowl with the yogurt, sour cream, pepper, and garlic. Mix it well and taste, adjusting the flavors if needed, then serve with the chicken fritters.
- Serve warm, and Enjoy! It’s best to enjoy chicken fritters while they are warm! Dip them!
Notes
It helps to use an ice cream scoop to measure the fritter batter into the pan.
Refrain from overcrowding the pan; cook the fritters in batches.
You should have about 10 fritters from this recipe, depending on the size of your ice cream scoop.
Do not cook the fritters on a very high heat. They could burn.
I like using chicken breast for this recipe, but you can definitely use skinless/boneless thighs if that’s what you have.
Other Chicken Recipes to Try:
- Air Fryer Chicken Breast Fajitas
- Homemade Air Fried Popcorn Chicken From Scratch
- Chicken and Zucchini Stir Fry
- Spring Mix Salad with Air Fryer Chicken Breast
- Easy Air Fryer Chicken Quarters and Potatoes Recipe
- Hot Honey Chicken Wings In The Air Fryer
Recipes That Go With Chicken Fritters:
Air fryer Broccoli with Balsamic Glaze
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Not only was this chicken delicious, but I loved the dip that goes with it! Thank you for this awesome recipe!
Thanks so much, Ned!
These fritters were so light and tasty. And that dip was what made them even better!! Thank you for this recipe!
You are welcome and thanks so much for your feedback!
This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!
You are welcome.
These chicken fritters were delicious! I really enjoyed the light and refreshing yogurt dipping sauce! Thanks for sharing!
Thank so much for your feedback, Sky!
These chicken fritters were so flavorful. Loved the dip to pair with. I packed the leftovers to bring for lunch at work.
Wonderful! I’m glad you liked this recipe, Janie!