Chicken Croquettes - The Midnight Baker - Retro Recipe (2024)

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Nothing is more retro than chicken croquettes. The ideal comfort food.

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So Retro: Chicken Croquettes

Whenever someone mentions “retro recipes,” chicken croquettes are the first thing that comes to mind.

I’m also sure this was on the menu for weekdays in a lot of homes during the 1950s and 1960s. And that was usually to use leftover chicken or turkey–turkey works equally as well–when either of those were dinner on the previous Sunday. Back in those days, little went to waste. Especially in my home where my mother lived through the depression in England where there was serious rationing.

Croquettes are seriously delicious considering they’re made with leftovers and ordinary ingredients.

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Make Basic Croquettes More Interesting

The basic recipe for these croquettes is pretty tasty and satisfying. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t get creative with flavors here.

For lovers of heat, use some hot peppers in place of the optional bell peppers. Some cayenne can be used as well or in place of hot peppers.

A bit of Parmesan or Romano can also be added to the chicken mixture. You can also turn them more cheesy by adding a half cup of shredded cheese to the white sauce.

In fact, there’s almost infinite ways to flavor these, so let your imagination take over. The only thing you have to pay attention to is the chicken mixture must hold together when you roll it into balls.

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Want Sauce?

If you want sauce to serve with these croquettes, that’s pretty easy.

You can opt for a cheese sauce, which is wonderful, or keep to the basic white sauce with some herbs added.

You could double the sauce in the recipe card, using half for the croquette mixture then thinning the other half with more milk or cream. But what I do is make another white sauce–a thinner one–then add either some cheese or some finely chopped fresh parsley. Just follow the same recipe in the card, but use 1 1/2 – 2 tbs of flour. The amounts of cheese and herbs are up to you.

The Recipe

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Chicken Croquettes

Croquettes are an excellent way to use leftover chicken

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Cook Time5 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Main, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: budget chicken croquettes, budget meals with leftover chicken, recipes for leftover poultry, retro recipes with chicken

Servings: 4

Calories: 406kcal

Author: Judith Hannemann

Ingredients

  • 2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken see NOTES
  • 2 tbs finely chopped onion
  • 2 tbs finely chopped celery
  • 2 tbs finely diced bell pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbs water
  • 1 1/2 cups plain dry bread crumbs
  • Oil for frying

Thick White Sauce:

  • 2 tbs butter
  • 3 tbs flour
  • 1 cup hot milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard optional
  • Pinch of pepper

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • For sauce--melt the butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Which in flour, salt, pepper and dry mustard (if using). Gradually add hot milk, while whisking until well blended and there are no lumps. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside too cool slightly.

  • In a large bowl, mix chicken, onion, celery, bell pepper, salt and pepper.

  • Add the cooled white sauce and mix well.

  • Beat the egg with the 2 tbs water.

  • Form the chicken mixture into balls about the size of a ping pong ball. Dredge in the bread crumbs, then dip in the egg and dredge again with the bread crumbs. Place in the refrigerator while you heat the oil.

  • Heat about 2-inches/5 cm of oil in a dutch oven to 350F/180C. Add the croquettes to the hot oil and fry about 1-2 minutes each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1317mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 398IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 3mg

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  1. Wendy McNeil says

    Judith, I love all of your recipes and can’t wait to try this one!

Chicken Croquettes - The Midnight Baker - Retro Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are chicken croquettes made of? ›

Combine chicken, 1/3 cup of condensed soup, bread crumbs, celery, onion, and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning in large bowl; mix well and shape into 6 croquettes (or patties). Chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour. Roll croquettes in additional bread crumbs.

How many calories in a chicken croquette from Porto's? ›

Results for "porto's chicken croquette/1000"

Other sizes: 1 serving - 95kcal, 100 g - 154kcal, 1 oz - 44kcal, more...

How do you reheat chicken croquettes? ›

Remove and thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then fry when ready to serve. Or fry the croquettes ahead of time and reheat them in the oven at 325 degrees for 10-15 minutes.

Where did croquetas originate? ›

The croquette originated in France and it was in 1898 that Monsieur Escoffier, the founder of the classical French Cuisine, together with the help of Monsieur Philias Gilbert started to write down the recipe.

Why are my croquettes fall apart? ›

Why do my potato croquettes fall apart? Croquettes may fall apart during frying if the mixture is too wet. As the croquettes get hot, moisture turns to steam, causing them to get soggy and lose their shape. Adding more of a binding agent (beaten egg and/or flour) should help the mixture stay together.

What is the base of croquettes? ›

A croquette (/kroʊˈkɛt/) is a deep-fried roll originating in French cuisine, consisting of a thick binder combined with a filling, which is then breaded. It is served as a side dish, a snack, or fast food worldwide. The binder is typically a thick béchamel or brown sauce, mashed potatoes, wheat flour or wheat bread.

What's in a chicken croquette Portos? ›

Description. Traditional croquette made with bechamel, chicken, garlic, parsley, and Spanish seasonings.

How many carbs are in chicken croquettes? ›

Goya Chicken Croquettes (1 serving) contains 20g total carbs, 19g net carbs, 11g fat, 8g protein, and 230 calories.

Are croquettes high in calories? ›

Energy: 214 calories

Proportion of total calories contributed by protein, carbs and fat.

Are croquettes served hot or cold? ›

Eminently adaptable and transportable, the croquette can be eaten hot or cold. It's ideal for taking to work, enjoying on a day out in the country or serving as an appetizer or side dish for dinner with friends.

Should I defrost croquettes before frying? ›

If you do not have too much space, once they have frozen inside the container or tray, you can keep them in a zipper bag. To cook the frozen croquettes, you can do it directly from the freezer, although I prefer to leave them about 20-30 minutes at room temperature to help them to defrost.

Can you microwave croquettes? ›

I like to bake mine in the oven for total dryness, but they also work in the microwave if you're in a hurry.

What is the most popular croquette? ›

The most popular Spanish croquette recipe is croquetas de jamón, made from Spanish ham. Other popular croquettes we will discuss are chicken, fish, cod, shrimp, and vegetable croquettes.

What are three types of croquette? ›

Some other popular croquettes include the following varieties: Pollo (chicken) Bacalao (codfish) Setas or boletus (mushrooms)

What do Italians call croquettes? ›

Cazzilli (also known as Crocche) are traditional Italian potato croquettes that are made with mashed potato, salt and pepper, and fresh parsley. They are deep-fried in hot oil until they are golden brown and crunchy.

What's the difference between croquettes and chicken nuggets? ›

It is not the same thing. A chicken croquette is mostly breading and filler, a chicken nugget is primarily some form of chicken meat and/or byproducts.

Are croquettes healthy? ›

These crispy balls (or patties) of minced meat and vegetables can contain plenty of unwanted — and unexpected — fat and calories, so you need to concoct your croquettes with a little nutritional know-how.

Are croquettes always fried? ›

What Are Croquettes? Croquettes are a versatile little morsel. You can fill them with ground meat, potatoes, veggies, really anything your heart desires. The only rule is they must be coated in breadcrumbs and they must be fried.

What is the difference between a croquette and a patty? ›

If you're really into technical terminology, the difference is that croquettes typically use breadcrumbs, and patties typically use flour. A croquette mixture is flakier and lighter than a patty mixture.

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