Crispy Chicken Croquettes
Golden, crunchy croquettes filled with tender chicken and creamy béchamel, a staple of Brussels street food. This belgian-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs cooked and shredded chicken breast, mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb shredded cooked chicken, 1 cup mashed potatoes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Step 2: Set up a breading station: place 1/4 cup flour in one bowl, beat 2 eggs in a second, and put 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs in a third. Dip 2–3 tbsp of chicken mixture into flour, then into beaten eggs, then into panko. Repeat until all mixture is coated.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add coated croquettes and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Serve warm with a side of aioli.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Chicken Croquettes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Chicken Croquettes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mashed potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Chicken Croquettes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Chicken Croquettes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crispy Chicken Croquettes?
Belgian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
