CHEESY CHICKEN FRITTERS

Ingredients for Chicken Fritters:

 

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (3 large)

2 eggs

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup all-purpose flour (substitute with cornstarch or potato starch for gluten-free)

4 oz mozzarella cheese (1 1/3 cups shredded)

1 1/2 Tbsp fresh dill (chopped)

1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

1/8 tsp black pepper

2 Tbsp light olive oil (or any high-heat oil)

Ingredients for Optional Garlic Aioli Dip:

 

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 garlic clove (pressed)

1/2 Tbsp lemon juice

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp black pepper

How to Prepare:

 

Prep Chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into 1/3″ thick pieces. (Tip: Slicing is easier if the chicken is partially frozen).

Mix: In a large bowl, combine chicken with eggs, mayonnaise, flour, mozzarella, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours.

Cook Fritters: Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Drop heaping tablespoons of the chicken mix into the pan, flattening slightly. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked inside.

Aioli Dip: Mix all aioli ingredients until smooth.

Note: Ensure the chicken is fully white inside before serving. Adjust heat if fritters brown too quickly.