These flavorful keto chicken fritters are slightly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The whole family will love this simple weeknight meal. They are great on their own, served atop a salad, or inside lettuce wraps topped with garlic aioli. Play around with the seasonings and cheese to suit your tastes!
Submitted by
France C
Updated on January 15, 2023
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Ingredients
Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into halves
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 green onions, minced
2 tablespoons plain unsweetened protein powder (such as Isopure®)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Directions
Combine chicken pieces, salt, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until meat is coarsely chopped into 1/4- to 1/2-inch pieces. Do not overprocess.
Transfer chicken mixture to a bowl. Add mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, egg, and green onions; mix to combine. Sprinkle protein powder on top and mix together until evenly combined. Set aside for flavors to blend, 20 to 30 minutes; the mixture will be wet.
Preheat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Use a 1/4-cup measuring cup to scoop 4 slightly heaping portions into the skillet. Press down on each fritter slightly to form a small patty. Cook until no longer pink in the center and fritters are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Remove fritters and drain on a paper towel-lined plate; keep warm. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and chicken mixture. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 183 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 1g | Carbs |
| 14g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 183 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 17% |
| Cholesterol 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium 266mg | 12% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 14g | 27% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 80mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 120mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
