Keto Chicken Fritters

These flavorful keto chicken fritters are slightly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The whole family will love this simple, keto-friendly, weeknight meal.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 183 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 green onions, minced
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into halves
• 2 tablespoons plain unsweetened protein powder (such as Isopure®)
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine chicken pieces, salt, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until meat is coarsely chopped into 1/4- to 1/2-inch pieces. Do not overprocess.

Step 2

Transfer chicken mixture to a bowl. Add mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, egg, and green onions; mix to combine. Sprinkle protein powder on top and mix together until evenly combined. Set aside for flavors to blend, 20 to 30 minutes; the mixture will be wet.

Step 3

Preheat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Use a 1/4-cup measuring cup to scoop 4 slightly heaping portions into the skillet. Press down on each fritter slightly to form a small patty. Cook until no longer pink in the center and fritters are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 4

Remove fritters and drain on a paper towel-lined plate; keep warm. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and chicken mixture. Serve immediately.