Chicken Croquette Recipe
Croqueta de Pollo - Chicken croquette made with potato, serrano ham and manchego cheese, served with a roasted garlic aioli
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Ingredients
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Croquette Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
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Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mashed potatoes, chopped serrano ham, grated manchego cheese, salt, pepper, and 1 egg. Mix until well combined.
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Form the Croquettes
Take a small amount of the mixture and shape it into a small cylinder or oval. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
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Prepare for Frying
In a shallow bowl, beat the remaining egg. Place the breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each croquette first in the beaten egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs to coat.
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Fry the Croquettes
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
