Crispy Cheesy Air Fryer Chicken Fritters
Description
Crispy, cheesy air fryer chicken fritters made with ground chicken, mozzarella, and dill. Golden outside, juicy inside, and ready in about 12 minutes, with times for frozen fritters too.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken, or finely diced raw chicken breast
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese, about 1 cup
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, or 2 teaspoons dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, flour, mozzarella, dill, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- With damp hands, shape 12 patties about 1/2 inch thick. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 to 5 minutes. Spray the basket with olive oil.
- Add the patties in a single layer and spray the tops. Air fry 6 to 7 minutes.
- Flip, spray again, and air fry 6 to 7 minutes more, until golden and 165°F in the center. Repeat with remaining patties.
- Rest 2 minutes and serve with garlic aioli or your favorite dip.
Equipment
- Air fryer (basket or oven style)
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Rimmed baking sheet or tray
- Parchment Paper
- Olive oil sprayer or mister
- Thin spatula or tongs, for flipping
- Instant-read meat thermometer
Notes
- Frozen store-bought fritters: Fully cooked, 380°F for 8 to 10 minutes. Uncooked, 380°F for 14 to 18 minutes to 165°F.
- Oven: Bake at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour. Low-carb: Use almond flour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 27gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 677mgPotassium: 642mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 237IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 2mg