Crispy Potato Croquettes with Creamy Chicken Filling
These golden, crispy Potato Croquettes with Creamy Chicken Filling are a delicious homemade recipe perfect for quick dinner ideas or hearty lunch meals. With a crunchy breadcrumb crust and a savory, cheesy chicken center, they’re an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 cups boiled potatoes
- 2 cups shredded boiled chicken
- ½ cup cheese your choice, shredded
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup panko or other breadcrumbs
- ½ cup flour
Instructions
- Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheese, salt, and black pepper.
- Take a small amount of mashed potatoes, flatten it, add a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center, then fold and shape into croquettes.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Coat each croquette first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry croquettes until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.