Imagine juicy shredded chicken, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs bound in a light, crispy coating, fried to golden perfection—served hot with a cool dip for the ultimate savory bite.
These Cheesy Chicken Fritters are the ultimate weeknight hero: easy, affordable, and endlessly versatile, ready in under 30 minutes with one bowl and minimal cleanup. Perfect as an appetizer, brunch dish, or light dinner, they’re kid-approved, crowd-pleasing, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Let’s turn leftover rotisserie chicken (or pantry staples) into something spectacular.
Why You’ll Love These Fritters
- ✅ Uses leftover or rotisserie chicken—zero waste!
- ✅ Only 8 ingredients—pantry staples you already own
- ✅ Ready in 25 minutes—faster than takeout!
- ✅ Naturally nut-free (check hot sauce label)
- ✅ Make-ahead & freezer-friendly
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 cups cooked chicken, finely shredded or diced (rotisserie works great!)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tbsp finely chopped celery
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or 1:1 GF blend)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for frying (about ½ inch in skillet)
- Optional add-ins: 1 tsp hot sauce, 2 tbsp corn, or ¼ cup chopped pickles
🍗 Chicken tip: Shred by hand—no food processor! It keeps texture tender, not pasty.
Step-by-Step Instructions
