Crispy Chicken Patties

A top view of chicken patties on a white dish with lemon wedges.

4.89 from 9 votes

Chicken croquettes recipe is a family favorite, a delicious, easy meal that everyone will enjoy. A freezer and kid friendly weeknight quick dinner.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Middle East

Diet: Halal

Servings: servings

Calories: 216kcal

Author: Amira

Equipment

food processor
4 various sized bowls
frying pan or air fryer

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breast about 3 large
1 small onion minced
2 cloves garlic crushed
1 cup parsley chopped
1 ½ cup breadcrumbs regular
¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cardamom ground
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

For the dipping and frying:

½ cup flour with a dash of salt and pepper
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs with a dash of salt and pepper
oil for frying

Instructions

Prep

Pat dry chicken breast with a paper towel then cut into cubes and process your food processor.
Place ground chicken in a bowl then add the rest of the ingredients and mix well.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lightly beat eggs with salt and pepper in one shallow dish.
Mix flour with garlic powder and a dash of salt and pepper in another bowl.
Place panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.

Dipping

Take about ¼ cup of the mixture and shape with the palms of your hands into a disc.
Dip into the flour then eggs then cover with breadcrumbs.
Place chicken patties on a baking sheet and continue with the rest of the mixture.

Fry

Heat ½ inch of oil in a frying pan on medium then fry the patties on each side until golden brown.

Air frying instructions:

Preheat air fryer to 375° F and air fry patties for 5 minutes each side.

Notes

To cut the time, you can use ground chicken.
Chicken breasts and chicken thighs work in this recipe so you can use either or a combination.
I've used two kinds of breadcrumbs. Normal breadcrumbs to bind the chicken patties and panko for more crisp patties. You can use normal breadcrumbs for the outer coating as well, it just won't be as crisp.
Use any spices you like in the recipe. You might want to make the recipe as it is and then venture out and add your own.

To Store:

Place chicken patties in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.

Make Ahead:

After shaping and coating the chicken patties, place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until hard. When they are hard enough place in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze. Good for 4-6 months.

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