Ingredients
Fritters
- ⅓ cup Stonyfield Organic Whole Milk Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into ¼-inch cubes
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking
Yogurt Sauce (for serving)
- Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: minced garlic, fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and egg until smooth to create a creamy base for the fritters.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Herbs: Mix in the flour, minced garlic, chopped green onions, parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until a smooth batter forms, then fold in the cubed chicken and shredded mozzarella until everything is evenly coated.
- Heat the Skillet: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying the fritters.
- Shape and Cook Fritters: Scoop about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture per fritter into the skillet, gently flattening each fritter. Place 4 fritters in the pan, ensuring they have room to cook evenly.
- Fry Until Golden and Cooked Through: Cook the fritters for 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety. Remove the cooked fritters and set aside.
- Repeat Cooking: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and cook the remaining 5 fritters using the same method.
- Serve: Serve the warm chicken fritters with the prepared yogurt sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniformly cut to guarantee even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness and food safety.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter.
- These fritters can be made ahead and reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Gluten-free flour can be substituted to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
