These Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Fritters are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with cheesy flavor. They’re an easy, family-friendly recipe packed with protein and veggies!
Cooking low carb and gluten free on a budget was something I learned early on out of necessity while my husband and I were getting through college. Making these fritters took me back to those simple meals and reminded me why I started sharing recipes….hoping to help others who might be in the same boat. This recipe is easy, budget-friendly, and still packed with protein and plenty of veggies for the whole family. I wish I had made this 15 years ago!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 20-Min Recipe. You only need 20 minutes and pantry staples to make this recipe.
- Versatile. These chicken fritters work great as an appetizer or a weeknight dinner.
- Family-Friendly. This is a great way to sneak in a hearty portion of veggies (and lean protein) into a meal for those picky-eaters!
Recipe Ingredients
I’ve shared a brief overview below of the ingredients you will need to make these chicken patties. Scroll to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for detailed instructions, ingredients, and exact amounts.
- Ground Chicken: the base ingredient for the fritters. You could also use ground turkey.
- Produce: broccoli, carrot, and green onions
- Cheese: sharp cheddar cheese helps create a sharp, delicious flavor.
- Egg: use a large egg which will bind the fritters together and add moisture to the texture.
- Ranch Seasoning: gives the fritters a savory, zesty flavor.
- Coconut Flour: a gluten free flour that also helps bind the fritters together while adding a very subtle, sweet and nutty flavor.
How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Patties
Below are step-by-step instructions so you can easily make these chicken fritters. You will need a stovetop burner, large skillet, mixing bowl, and a small ice cream scoop or ¼ cup measuring cup.
Combine ingredients
First, combine the ground chicken, broccoli, Ranch seasoning, shredded carrot, and green onions. After combining these ingredients, add the egg, shredded cheddar cheese, and coconut flour.
Pat out the fritters
Now, use a small ice cream scoop or 1/4 cup measuring cup to pat out the fritters. Make them a little thinner than you think because they will puff up a bit.
Cook the fritters
Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat. Once oil begins to shimmer, carefully add the fritters to the skillet. Don’t overcrowd skillet. The fritters shouldn’t be touching. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and internal temperature is 165 degrees with an instant-read thermometer. Once cooked through, remove them from the skillet and place on paper towel-lined plate to absorb any extra oil. Now they’re ready to serve!
Storage and Reheating Instructions
These chicken patties are at their best hot from the skillet. That said, they’re still very tasty as leftovers too. Once they’ve cooled to room temperature, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For the best texture, reheat them in the air fryer at 350ºF for a few minutes until warmed or in the oven at 350ºF for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. They really crisp up again in the air fryer!
Tips and Tricks
- Refrigerating the mixed patties overnight before you cook the fritters will enhance the flavors and also firm up the mixture so they hold their shape better. If you’re short on time this certainly isn’t a necessity but there is a noticeable difference.
- Using a small ice cream scoop for scooping the batter helps with uniformity.
- Using a meat thermometer to test the fritters for doneness not only ensures they’re cooked to a safe temperature. It also helps you gauge if they’re browning too quickly so you can adjust the temperature of the skillet if needed.
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Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Fritters Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup finely chopped broccoli
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely shredded carrot
- 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
Instructions
- Combine the ground chicken, broccoli, Ranch seasoning, shredded carrot, and green onions. Once the mixture is combined, add the egg, shredded cheddar cheese, and coconut flour.
- Using a small ice cream scoop or a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pat out the chicken fritters. Pat them out slightly thinner than you think you should. They will puff a bit as they cook.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil begins to shimmer, carefully add the fritters to the skillet. The fritters shouldn't be touching. Be sure to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until the exterior is golden brown and the interior reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees with an instant-read thermometer.
- Once the fritters are cooked through, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any extra oil.
- Serve immediately.
