Description
These cheesy chicken fritters combine shredded chicken, melted cheddar or mozzarella, almond flour and a hint of garlic for a golden, crunchy bite. Perfect for quick weeknight meals, the fritters are pan‑fried to a crisp finish while staying tender inside. Serve them with a fresh salad or dip for a balanced plate. This easy, protein‑packed snack is ideal for families, meal prep, and anyone craving comfort food without extra carbs. Add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth. Enjoy hot!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheese, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form mixture into fritters and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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