These Portuguese Chicken Croquettes BLEW my mind!

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: shredded turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken saves time and is cost-effective.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is often cheaper.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective alternative.

Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and mash the potatoes until smooth.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add shredded cooked chicken, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the skillet; mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Combine the chicken mixture with the mashed potatoes and mix until fully incorporated.

Allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes.

Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.

Dip each croquette in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally coat with bread crumbs.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry croquettes in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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