Here’s a crispy, creamy Chicken Croquettes recipe — golden on the outside and tender inside. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
🍗 Chicken Croquettes
🛒 Ingredients (Makes about 10–12)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
- ½ cup mashed potatoes (helps bind & keep moist)
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 egg (for breading)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make creamy base
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until soft (2–3 minutes).
Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thick and smooth.
2️⃣ Combine filling
Remove from heat. Stir in chicken, mashed potatoes, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley.
Chill mixture in refrigerator 30–60 minutes (makes shaping easier).
3️⃣ Shape croquettes
Form into small logs or oval patties.
4️⃣ Bread them
Dip each in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
5️⃣ Fry
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
🔥 Baking Option
Brush lightly with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
🥣 Great Sauces
- Creamy chicken gravy
- Garlic aioli
- Honey mustard
- Simple white sauce
💡 Tips
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add a little shredded cheese for extra richness.
- Make ahead and freeze before frying.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
- A Southern-style croquette with gravy
- A Spanish-style version
- Or an air fryer method
Just tell me which one sounds best.
