Description

These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are a delightful combination of tender diced chicken, gooey mozzarella cheese, and fresh dill, pan-fried to golden perfection. With a creamy homemade garlic aioli on the side, they’re perfect for a satisfying appetizer or a tasty main dish. The fritters are simple to prepare, featuring a refrigerated batter that enhances flavor and texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Fritters

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (about 3 large)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten free)
4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/3 cups shredded)
1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp extra light olive oil (or any high heat cooking oil, for sautéing)

Garlic Aioli (Optional)

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove (pressed)
1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Dice the chicken: Using a sharp knife, cut the chicken breasts into 1/3-inch thick pieces. For easier slicing, partially freeze the chicken beforehand. Place the diced chicken into a large mixing bowl.
Prepare the batter: Add 2 eggs, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/3 cup flour (or starch alternative), shredded mozzarella, chopped dill, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the diced chicken. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the batter to firm up.
Cook the fritters: Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Once the oil is hot, spoon heaping tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the pan. Flatten each spoonful slightly with the back of the spoon for even cooking. Sauté uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Flip and cook another 3 minutes on the second side until the fritters are fully cooked through and have a golden-brown crust. Repeat this process with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
Make the aioli (optional): In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine 1/3 cup mayonnaise, pressed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir together until smooth. Serve alongside the fritters for dipping.

Notes

Partially freezing the chicken breast before dicing makes slicing easier and more precise.
You can substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or potato starch to make the fritters gluten-free.
Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
The aioli is optional but adds a nice tangy creamy contrast to the fritters.
Make sure the pan and oil are hot before adding the fritters to achieve a crispy, golden crust.
Refrigerating the batter helps improve texture and flavor infusion.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesy chicken fritters, chicken patties, mozzarella chicken fritters, garlic aioli, gluten free chicken fritters, easy chicken appetizer