Cheesy Chicken Fritters Recipe


If you’ve got leftover chicken and a craving for something comforting, crunchy, and deeply satisfying, these Cheesy Chicken Fritters are your answer. Tender shredded chicken bound in a light, savory batter, studded with sharp cheddar, and pan-fried until golden—each bite delivers crispy edges, juicy chicken, and gooey cheese in perfect harmony.

Inspired by diner classics but made with pantry staples, this recipe is quick, flexible, and kid-approved—ideal for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or turning last night’s roast chicken into tonight’s crave-worthy meal.

Why These Fritters Belong in Your Rotation

  • 🍗 Uses leftover or rotisserie chicken—zero waste, big flavor
  • 🧀 Melty cheddar in every bite—because everything’s better with cheese
  • ⏱️ Ready in 20 minutes—faster than takeout
  • 🥣 One bowl, one skillet—minimal cleanup
  • 🌶️ Easily customizable—add herbs, spices, or veggies

If you love crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside bites that feel indulgent but come together in minutes, this is your new go-to.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes 12–14 fritters)


 

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