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Mashed potatoes on a plate topped with chicken patty.
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Chicken Croquettes

Crispy chicken croquettes have a crunchy exterior and a creamy, cheesy filling. Perfect for leftovers and make-ahead meals!
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 14 Patties
Calories 127kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • large mixing bowl
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet or cookie sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Shallow bowls
  • large skillet

Ingredients

  • 3 cups finely chopped chicken
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 6 tablespoons Flour
  • 2 ½ cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika
  • 6 ounces Cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs

Instructions

  • In a medium sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. When butter is melted, add flour whisking constantly till mixture turns into a paste.
  • Slowly add in your milk, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps.
  • Add seasonings and cook till the sauce is almost boiling and has thickened in consistency.
  • Add cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce and continue whisking till both cheeses are melted. Take off heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken and 3/4 cup of the sauce. Mix until all the chicken is coated but not too soupy.
  • Using a large spoon or cookie scoop, form the chicken mixture into patties. Place on a baking sheet or plate that is lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the breading station. Beat together eggs and 1 Tbsp. Cold water to a medium sized bowl. set aside.
  • Place breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl and place next to the egg mixture.
  • Remove the chicken patties from the freezer and dip each patty into the beaten egg mixture and coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties until golden brown and heated through. About 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • After frying, place the patties on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and reserved sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Patty | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 186mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Vitamin C: 0.004mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg