Classic Chicken Croquettes
Experience the irresistible charm of Classic Chicken Croquettes, a timeless recipe that combines creamy, seasoned chicken with a golden, crispy coating. Perfect for appetizers or main courses, these croquettes feature finely chopped cooked chicken melded with a velvety roux made from milk, chicken broth, and aromatic spices like nutmeg. Shaped into bite-sized logs or balls, they’re coated with breadcrumbs and fried to perfection, delivering a delightful crunch with every bite. With just 45 minutes of prep and 30 minutes cooking time, this dish is an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a flavorful experience that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Chicken croquettes recipe, crispy chicken appetizer, easy croquette recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.333 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Finely chop the cooked chicken breast and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the flour, ensuring it fully incorporates with the butter and onion, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Slowly add the milk and chicken broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped chicken, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a large bowl and allow it to cool for about 20 minutes.
Once cooled, shape the mixture into small logs or balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs until well beaten. In another shallow dish, place breadcrumbs.
Dip each chicken log into the beaten eggs and then roll them in breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the croquettes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, until golden brown and crisp, about 3-5 minutes per batch.
Remove croquettes from oil and drain on paper towels.
Serve hot, optionally with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5689 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 502.8 g | 645% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.4 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 269.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 805 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 5695 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 162.2 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 541 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
