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Chicken & Potato Croquettes

These delightful Chicken & Potato Croquettes are a perfect snack or appetizer, featuring a savory filling of mashed potatoes, shredded chicken, and aromatic spices. Coated in a crispy breading and deep-fried to golden perfection, they offer a satisfying crunch with a tender, flavorful interior. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, they are ideal for gatherings, evening snacks, or special occasions like Ramadan.
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#Potato
#Croquettes
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#Appetizer
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#Savory
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#Comfort Food
Boiled Potatoes
Boiled Potatoes

Recipe Information

55m
Prep Time
8m
Cook Time
1h 3m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
South Asian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
460
Calories
14g
Protein
40g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Shaping Croquettes
Shaping Croquettes

Ingredients

  • Potatoes
    (boiled and mashed)

    500 grams
  • Chicken Breast
    (boiled and shredded)

    200 grams
  • Onion
    (finely chopped)

    1 small
  • Garlic
    (minced)

    2 cloves
  • Green Chilies
    (finely chopped (adjust to taste))

    1
  • Fresh Cilantro
    (chopped)

    1 cup
  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Red Chili Flakes
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Cumin Powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Eggs
    (beaten, for coating)

    2
  • Breadcrumbs
    (for coating)

    1 cup
  • Vegetable Oil
    (for deep frying)

    2 cups
Servings: 4
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Coated Croquettes Ready for Frying
Coated Croquettes Ready for Frying

Instructions

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  • 1

    Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender. Drain, peel (if desired), and mash them thoroughly in a large bowl. Set aside.
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    Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender. Drain, peel (if desired), and mash them thoroughly in a large bowl. Set aside.
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    For best results, mash potatoes while they are still warm to avoid lumps.
  • 2

    Boil the chicken breast in water until fully cooked. Once cooled, shred the chicken breast into small pieces.
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    Boil the chicken breast in water until fully cooked. Once cooled, shred the chicken breast into small pieces.
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    You can add a pinch of salt to the water while boiling chicken for extra flavor.
  • 3

    Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and finely chop the green chilies and fresh cilantro.
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    Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and finely chop the green chilies and fresh cilantro.
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    Ensure all vegetables are finely chopped to integrate smoothly into the croquette mixture.
  • 4

    Add the shredded chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped green chilies, and fresh cilantro to the mashed potatoes. Season with salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and cumin powder.
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    Add the shredded chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped green chilies, and fresh cilantro to the mashed potatoes. Season with salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, and cumin powder.
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    Taste the mixture before adding egg and breadcrumbs to adjust seasoning as needed.
  • 5

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and a uniform mixture is formed.
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    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and a uniform mixture is formed.
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    Using your hands can help achieve a better consistency.
  • 6

    Take a portion of the mixture and shape it into your desired croquette form (e.g., oval, cylindrical, or round patties). Repeat until all mixture is used.
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    Take a portion of the mixture and shape it into your desired croquette form (e.g., oval, cylindrical, or round patties). Repeat until all mixture is used.
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    Lightly oil your hands to prevent the mixture from sticking while shaping.
  • 7

    In a shallow dish, beat the eggs. In another shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs. Dip each shaped croquette first into the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until completely covered.
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    In a shallow dish, beat the eggs. In another shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs. Dip each shaped croquette first into the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until completely covered.
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    For an extra crispy coating, you can double coat by dipping in egg and breadcrumbs twice.
  • 8

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the breaded croquettes into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
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    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the breaded croquettes into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
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    Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the croquettes from becoming greasy. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  • 9

    Once golden brown, remove the croquettes from the oil and place them on a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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    Once golden brown, remove the croquettes from the oil and place them on a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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    These croquettes pair wonderfully with ketchup, a spicy mayo, or a mint chutney.
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