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Chicken Fritters Recipe

Author: Jennifer

Ingredients

  • 1 can drained whole kernel corn
  • 1 cup cooked chicken finely chopped
  • 1, lightly beaten egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
  • GREEN CHILI SAUCE:
  • 1/3 cup cubed butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 can chopped green chilies
  • 1 cup milk
  • Shredded cheddar cheese optional

Instructions

  • Take a large bowl and place the corn inside. Lightly crush the corn with a potato masher.
  • Stir in the chicken, milk, egg, salt and pepper. Then pour in the flour and baking powder to combine, and stir the corn mixture until it is completely combined.
  • Take a deep-fat fryer or a skillet and heat 2 in. of the oil to 375F. Take the batter and drop by 1/4 cupfuls into the oil. Fry these for 3 minutes on each side. Make sure they are golden brown. Drain them on paper towels and keep warm.
  • Now take a large saucepan to melt you butter over medium-low heat. Take your flour and seasonings and stir them in until it's smooth. Add your chilies and gradually stir in your milk. Bring it to a broil, and cook and stir for two minutes, or until thickened.
  • Serve fritters and sprinkle with cheese (optional).