Chicken Fritters Recipe
Testy Chicken Fritters
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 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 butter, cubed
- 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 (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
- 1 cup milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Directions:
Place corn in a large bowl; lightly crush with a potato masher. Stir in the chicken, egg, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into the corn mixture just until combined.
In a deep-fat fryer or skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil. Fry for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; keep warm.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth. Add chilies. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened & Serve.