Description
These Broccoli Chicken Fritters are a tasty and healthy way to enjoy your vegetables and protein in one bite! Packed with ground chicken, nutritious broccoli, and seasoned to perfection, these fritters make for a perfect snack, lunch, or dinner. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they are a hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
- 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped or grated
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup almond flour or breadcrumbs (optional, for binding)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Steam or microwave the broccoli florets until tender (about 3-4 minutes). Once cooled, chop or grate the broccoli finely to ensure it mixes well with the chicken.
- Mix the Fritter Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped broccoli, onion, grated parmesan, eggs, almond flour (or breadcrumbs), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until fully incorporated.
- Form the Fritters: Using your hands, form the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches wide.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the fritters to the skillet, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Serve warm with a dipping sauce of your choice (like ranch, Greek yogurt, or ketchup) and enjoy!
Notes
- For a low-carb option, use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
- If you want extra flavor, you can add spices like smoked paprika, cayenne, or Italian seasoning to the mixture.
- You can also bake these fritters at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, for a healthier, less oily version.
- These fritters are freezer-friendly! Store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or on a skillet when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg