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Chicken and Zucchini Air Fryer Fritters

Grated chicken, zucchini and potato come together in tender little fritters with a golden Parmesan edge. The air fryer cooks them with very little oil, making this a clever, comforting meal for using simple ingredients and adding more vegetables to the table.

Grated chicken, zucchini and potato come together in tender little fritters with a golden Parmesan edge. The air fryer cooks them with very little oil, making this a clever, comforting meal for using simple ingredients and adding more vegetables to the table.

What you'll need.

  • 400 g frozen chicken breast, firm enough to grate
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • 2 medium potatoes, grated
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 100 g processed cheese, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan, grated
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil

How to make it.

  1. Coarsely grate the potatoes and zucchini, squeeze out excess moisture, and place them in a bowl.
  2. Grate the firm frozen chicken breast and processed cheese, then add them with the chopped shallots.
  3. Mix in the egg, Parmesan, flour, salt and pepper until the mixture holds together.
  4. Shape into small flat fritters and brush both sides lightly with oil.
  5. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and fully cooked.

My tips.

Squeeze the grated vegetables very well so the fritters hold their shape and brown instead of steaming. For a milder variation, replace the processed cheese with mozzarella.

Good to know.

Can I shape the fritters ahead?
Yes. Keep them covered in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours before cooking.

Can I use thawed chicken?
Use very cold, partly frozen chicken because it is safer and much easier to grate evenly.

What should I serve with the fritters?
They are delicious with yogurt sauce, cucumber salad, or steamed green beans.

Prep 20 min · Cook 15 min · Total 35 min · Serves 4

Nutrition.

~340 kcal · Protein 29 g · Fat 16 g · Carbs 22 g (approximate, calculated automatically)

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