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Chicken croquets

Recipe Information

Description:
Chicken croquets is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 15 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 12 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 12
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 15 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Cheese; Eggs; Chicken
Category Dairy; Eggs; Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Frying; Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded

  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 1/4 onion, chopped

  • 1-2 teaspoons bread crumbs

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Olive oil

Directions

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cheddar cheese and chopped onion. Add the shredded, cooked chicken to the mixture, stirring well, and add salt and pepper to taste.

  • Using hands, form small, even balls. Coat the balls with the beaten egg and then roll in bread crumbs.

  • Heat olive oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Fry the croquets until golden brown. Serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 130 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Cholesterol: 76mg

  • Sodium: 129mg

  • Carbohydrate: 2g

  • Fiber: <1g

  • Protein: 16g