Description

Quick and easy crispy chicken fritters made with shredded or pounded chicken, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic spices like ginger and garlic. Perfect for a weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (pounded thin or shredded)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Salt and black pepper to taste
Neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado) for frying
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

If using raw chicken, pound breasts to ¼ inch thickness. If using cooked chicken, shred into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together eggs, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and green onions until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture over the chicken. Add cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly.
Spread Panko breadcrumbs on a flat plate. Take about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture, shape into a patty, and press firmly into the breadcrumbs to coat all sides.
Heat about ¼ inch of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry fritters in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Remove fritters and place on a wire cooling rack to rest for a minute before serving.

Notes

Ensure chicken is not too wet to maintain crispiness. Do not skip cornstarch as it helps create a lighter crust. Keep fritters uniform in size for even cooking. Can be made in an air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 minutes if preferred.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 fritters per servi
Calories: 165
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 350
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 2
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 1
Protein: 12

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