creamy chicken croquettes
This recipe is a great way to use leftover chicken (or turkey). They are delicate and creamy, yet loaded with chicken flavor. Served with mashed potatoes and gravy and another vegetable of your choice ..... this is comfort food at its best!
prep time
25 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- CROQUETTES
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 5 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 teaspoons chicken base
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 1/2 to 3 cups finely chopped cooked chicken
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- CRUMB COATING
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - oil for frying
How To Make creamy chicken croquettes
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Step 1Place a 2-3 quart saucepan over medium high heat. Add the butter and cook until melted. Add the flour and continue to cook, stirring often, for 2-3 minutes.
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Step 2Add the milk and ground mustard. Cook, stirring constantly, until a thick cream sauce forms.
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Step 3Add the next 7 ingredients (the remaining croquette ingredients). Cook an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is well combined.
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Step 4Transfer to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1-2 hours or until mixture becomes firm.
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Step 5Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs and the paprika.
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Step 6Remove chicken mixture from refrigerator and form into 6 "patties".
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Step 7Dredge each in seasoned breadcrumbs and place on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Step 8Place 1 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add enough oil to coat bottom of pan. Add the croquettes and cook until browned on each side, about 10 - 15 minutes, adding oil if needed.
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