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Fried Cheesy Chicken Patties

Crispy fried cheesy chicken cakes made with almond flour and mozzarella. Easy keto chicken fritters that make a quick low carb dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs. Boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 Medium eggs room temperature
  • cup Almond flour Locks in moisture while keeping it low-carb
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. Fresh basil chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. Fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. Fresh chives chopped
  • ½ tsp. Garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 –2 Tbsp. Olive oil for pan-frying

Instructions
 

  • Place your raw chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using an exceptionally sharp knife, slice the meat into paper-thin strips, then cross-cut them into incredibly fine, uniform 1/3-inch diced pieces. Pro Tip: Slicing the chicken this small is the secret to structural integrity. If the chicken chunks are too large, the batter won't be able to span the gaps, causing the fritters to break apart and dump their cheese directly onto the pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely diced chicken, almond flour, shredded mozzarella, chopped basil, parsley, chives, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Crack the two room-temperature eggs directly into the bowl. Use a sturdy spoon or your hands to vigorously knead and mix the ingredients together until a sticky, highly uniform paste forms.
  • The Binding Rest: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit undisturbed on the counter for 10 minutes (or in the fridge for up to 2 hours). Crucial: Giving the batter a brief rest allows the egg albumens and the starches in the almond flour to hydrate and fuse together around the chicken fibers. This creates a dense protein shield that traps the melting mozzarella inside the patty as it cooks.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Wait until the oil shimmering before adding the food.
  • Scoop heaping tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the hot skillet, leaving at least a 1-inch perimeter around each mound. Use the back of a flexible spatula to gently press down on the tops, flattening them into uniform, even disks.
  • Sauté uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side without moving them, allowing a deep golden brown crust to lock in. Flip carefully and sauté for an additional 4 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese is beautifully caramelized on the edges. Transfer the hot fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain before serving.
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