IngredientsIngredients For Chicken Fritters1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (3 large)2 large eggs1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch or potato starch for gluten free4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/3 cups shredded)1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill1/2 tsp salt or to taste1/8 tsp black pepper2 Tbsp Extra light olive oil to saute (or any high heat cooking oil)Ingredients for Garlic Aioli Dip (Optional)1/3 cup mayonnaise1 garlic clove pressed1/2 Tbsp lemon juice1/4 tsp salt1/8 tsp black pepperPreparationUsing a sharp knife dice chicken into 1/3″ thick pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Tip: If chicken breast is partially frozen it will be a little bit easier to slice.Into the mixing bowl add remaining batter ingredients: 2 eggs 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup flour 1 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella 1 1/2 Tbsp dill 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper or season to taste. Stir the mixture until well combined cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp oil. When oil is hot add the chicken mixture a heaping Tablespoon at a time. Slightly flatten out the tops with the back of your spoon and sauté uncovered 3-4 min on the first side then flip and saute 3 min on the second side or until outsides are golden brown and chicken is fully cooked through* Repeat with remaining fritters adding more oil as needed.To make the aioli (if using) combine all ingredients in a small bowl or measuring cup and stir together until smooth.Recipe Notes*To test for doneness cut a fritter in half and the chicken should be completely white inside. If your chicken patty is browning too fast adjust your heat down.Enjoy !
Cheesy Chicken Fritters
