The dish in your photo appears to be golden, crispy cheesy chicken fritters/patties, made with finely chopped chicken, melted mozzarella, egg, a little flour/starch, and fresh dill. This style of chicken fritter is commonly pan-fried until crisp outside and juicy inside.
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Full Recipe
Yield: 14–18 fritters
Servings: 4–6
Prep: 15 minutes
Chilling: 30 minutes–2 hours
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total: About 1 hour if chilled 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the chicken fritters
700 g (about 1½ lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 large eggs
100 g (about 1⅓ cups) shredded mozzarella
80 g (⅓ cup) mayonnaise
40 g (⅓ cup) all-purpose flour
1½ tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
1–2 tbsp lemon juice — optional
2–3 tbsp neutral oil or light olive oil, for frying
The basic combination of chicken, egg, mayonnaise, mozzarella, flour/starch and dill is also used in established cheesy chicken-fritter recipes.
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Optional extra-cheesy version
Add:
30–40 g cheddar
1 tbsp Parmesan
½ tsp dried oregano
For a very stretchy center, keep mozzarella as the main cheese.
Step-by-Step Method
1. Prepare the chicken
Trim away excess fat and cut the chicken breast into very small pieces, approximately 0.5–1 cm.
Tip: Put the chicken in the freezer for about 15 minutes before cutting. It becomes slightly firm and much easier to dice evenly.
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Don’t turn it into a completely smooth paste. Small pieces give these fritters their characteristic juicy, chunky texture.
2. Make the mixture
Add the chopped chicken to a large bowl.
Add:
eggs
mayonnaise
mozzarella
flour
dill
salt
black pepper
garlic powder
paprika
lemon juice, if using
Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed.
The mixture should be thick and spoonable, not runny.
3. Adjust the consistency
If the mixture looks too wet:
Add 1 tbsp flour at a time.
If it seems too thick:
Add 1 tbsp mayonnaise or beaten egg.
Don’t add too much flour—the more flour you use, the heavier and less juicy the fritters become.
4. Chill the mixture
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the best texture, chill for 1–2 hours.
Chilling helps the egg/flour mixture firm up so the patties hold their shape during frying. Some versions specifically recommend chilling for 2 hours or overnight.
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Overnight preparation: Yes. You can prepare the mixture the night before and cook it the next day.
5. Fry the fritters
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add approximately 1–2 tbsp oil.
Once hot, scoop the mixture into the pan using a large spoon or approximately ¼-cup measure.
Flatten each mound slightly.
Important:
Don’t make them too thick.
Aim for approximately:
1–1½ cm thick
This allows the chicken to cook through before the cheese crust becomes too dark.
Cook for approximately:
3–4 minutes on the first side
Then carefully flip.
Cook another:
3–4 minutes
until both sides are deep golden brown and the chicken is completely cooked. Similar chicken-fritter recipes use roughly 3–4 minutes per side.
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How to Know They’re Cooked
The safest method is to check the center with a food thermometer.
Target internal temperature:
74°C / 165°F
The center should no longer be pink, and the chicken should be fully cooked.
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If the outside is becoming dark before the center is cooked:
Reduce the heat to medium-low.
This is especially important because cheese browns quickly.
Creamy Garlic-Dill Dip
This is excellent with the fritters.
Ingredients
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 tbsp fresh dill
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp black pepper
Method
Mix everything together.
Taste and adjust:
More lemon → fresher/tangier
More garlic → stronger
More dill → more herbaceous
More sour cream/yogurt → lighter
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving if possible.
Garlic aioli made with mayonnaise, garlic, lemon and seasoning is a commonly paired dip for cheesy chicken fritters.
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What to Serve With Them
Light meal
Green salad
Cucumber and tomato salad
Coleslaw
Steamed vegetables
More filling
French fries
Potato wedges
Mashed potatoes
Rice
Garlic bread
Pakistani-style serving
You can also serve them with:
Mint raita
Garlic yogurt sauce
Imli chutney
Green chutney
Spicy mayo
Kachumber salad
For children, ketchup or mild mayonnaise works very well.
Oven-Baked Version
For less oil:
Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Lightly brush/spray with oil.
Place flattened fritters on the tray.
Lightly spray the tops with oil.
Bake approximately 18–25 minutes, turning once halfway.
Make sure the center reaches 74°C / 165°F.
They won’t be quite as crisp as pan-fried fritters, but they’re a good lower-oil option. A similar baked approach is also given for chicken fritters.
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Air-Fryer Version
Preheat air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
Lightly spray the basket.
Place fritters in a single layer.
Spray lightly with oil.
Cook approximately 10–14 minutes, turning halfway.
Check that the center reaches 74°C / 165°F.
Don’t overcrowd the basket.
Best Cheese Choices
Cheese Result
Mozzarella Very melty and stretchy
Cheddar Stronger, sharper flavor
Monterey Jack Extremely creamy
Colby Jack Mild + excellent melting
Parmesan Strong savory flavor; use a little
Mozzarella + cheddar Best overall combination
For the appearance in your photo, I’d use mostly mozzarella with a little cheddar.
Secrets for REALLY Crispy Fritters
1. Dice rather than puree the chicken
Small chicken pieces produce a juicy, textured interior.
2. Don’t make the batter too wet
Excess moisture prevents browning.
3. Chill the mixture
This makes shaping and frying considerably easier.
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4. Don’t overcrowd the pan
Too many fritters lower the pan temperature and cause steaming rather than crisping.
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5. Use medium heat
High heat can burn the cheese before the chicken is cooked.
6. Don’t constantly move them
Let the first side develop a crust before flipping.
7. Drain briefly
Place finished fritters on a wire rack or paper towel for a couple of minutes.
Storage
Refrigerator
Allow cooked fritters to cool, then refrigerate in an airtight container.
Best within 3–4 days.
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Freezer
Cool completely.
Freeze in a single layer first, then transfer to a freezer bag/container.
They can be frozen for approximately 3 months.
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Reheating
Air fryer — best
190°C / 375°F for 3–5 minutes
Skillet
Medium heat, approximately 2 minutes per side.
Oven
190°C / 375°F for 8–12 minutes
Microwave
Possible, but the exterior becomes soft rather than crispy.
Approximate Nutrition
Nutrition varies depending on the amount of oil absorbed, cheese, mayonnaise and the final number of fritters.
For the recipe above, a reasonable approximate estimate per serving when divided into 6 servings is:
Nutrient Approx.
Calories 350–430 kcal
Protein 35–40 g
Carbohydrates 8–12 g
Fat 18–25 g
Saturated fat 5–8 g
Fiber <1–2 g
Sodium 500–750 mg
Calcium 150–250 mg
For comparison, published versions of similar cheesy chicken fritters report around 326 kcal per serving, though their exact ingredient quantities and serving sizes differ.
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For lower calories: use Greek yogurt instead of some mayonnaise and reduce frying oil.
For lower carbs: replace flour with cornstarch in a suitable amount, or use a low-carb binder. Cornstarch/potato starch are commonly used gluten-free alternatives in this style of fritter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use chicken mince?
Yes. Ground chicken works, but finely diced chicken gives a more interesting, juicy texture.
Can I use leftover cooked chicken?
Yes. In fact, chicken fritter recipes specifically use shredded leftover cooked chicken.
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If using cooked chicken, reduce the cooking time because you’re mainly trying to brown and heat the fritter rather than cook raw chicken.
Can I skip mayonnaise?
Yes. Replace it with approximately ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream, although the texture will be slightly different.
Can I use cheddar instead of mozzarella?
Absolutely. Cheddar gives a stronger flavor. For the best texture, use half mozzarella + half cheddar.
Can I use dried dill?
Yes.
Use approximately 1½ teaspoons dried dill instead of 1½ tablespoons fresh.
Fresh dill, however, gives the best flavor and matches the garnish in your photograph.
Why are my fritters falling apart?
Usually one of these reasons:
mixture is too wet
insufficient flour/starch
fritters are too large
mixture wasn’t chilled
flipped too early
Add 1–2 tbsp flour/starch and chill the mixture before trying again.
Why are they burning outside but raw inside?
Your pan is too hot or the fritters are too thick.
Lower to medium-low and make thinner patties.
Always verify raw chicken reaches 74°C / 165°F.
Can I prepare the mixture ahead?
Yes. Refrigerate it covered for up to about 24 hours and cook when needed.
Can I freeze the uncooked mixture?
You can, but I prefer freezing cooked fritters because they retain their shape and are easier to reheat.
How do I make them extra crispy?
Use slightly less mayonnaise, don’t overcrowd the pan, flatten the fritters relatively thin, and cook them in a properly heated skillet. You can also coat the outside lightly with panko breadcrumbs for an even crunchier crust.
Are these keto?
The traditional recipe isn’t strictly keto because it contains flour. For a lower-carb version, use a suitable low-carb binder and check the carbohydrate content of your mayonnaise/cheese.
Are they gluten-free?
They can be. Replace wheat flour with cornstarch or potato starch, and make sure all packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free if that is medically necessary.
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My Recommended Version for the Exact Look in Your Photo
For that deep golden, craggy, cheesy exterior + juicy center, I’d make it with:
700 g chicken + 2 eggs + 100 g mozzarella + 80 g mayonnaise + 40 g flour + 1½ tbsp fresh dill + ½ tsp garlic powder + ½ tsp paprika + salt & pepper.
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