Smokey Chicken Croquettes

Smoky Chicken Croquettes are crispy, golden-brown delights made with a flavorful mixture of shredded chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, and smoky spices. The filling is seasoned with paprika, garlic, black pepper, and a hint of smoked chili or barbecue seasoning to enhance the smoky flavor. These croquettes are shaped into bite-sized cylinders or patties, coated in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried or baked until perfectly crispy.

With a crunchy exterior and a soft, savory center, Smoky Chicken Croquettes offer a delicious balance of textures and flavors. The smoky essence adds depth to the taste, making them an irresistible snack or appetizer. They are best served hot with a side of tangy dipping sauces like spicy mayo, barbecue sauce, or garlic aioli. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a quick and satisfying treat!

Ingredients:

-Tikka masala 1 & ½ tbs

-Lemon juice 2 tbs

-Ginger garlic paste ½ tbs

-Bbq sauce 1 & ½ tbs

-Chicken fillets 500g

-Cooking oil 1 & ½ tbs

-Charcoal for smoke

-Cooking oil 3-4 tbs

-Onion chopped 2 medium

-Garlic chopped 1 tbs

-All-purpose flour ½ Cup

-Milk 1 & ½ Cup

-Red chilli crushed 1 tsp

-Himalayan pink salt 1 tsp or to taste

-Black pepper powder ½ tsp

-Cream ½ Cup

-Fresh basil leaves chopped 1 tbs

-Fresh coriander chopped 1 tbs

-Mozzarella cheese grated ½ Cup

-All-purpose flour 1 Cup or as required

-Eggs whisked 2

-Breadcrumbs 1 Cup or as required

-Cooking oil for frying

Directions:

-In a frying pan,add tikka masala,lemon juice,ginger garlic paste,bbq sauce & mix well.

-Add chicken fillets,coat well,cover & marinate 15 minutes.

-Add cooking oil,turn on the flame & cook on low flame until done (5 minutes each side).

-Remove from flame & shred the chicken with the help of fork.

-Give coal smoke for 2 minutes.

-In a frying pan,add cooking oil,onion,garlic,mix well & sauté for 2 minutes.

-Add all-purpose flour,mix well & cook for a minute.

-Add milk,mix well & cook until it thickens.

-Add red chilli crushed,pink salt,black pepper powder & mix well.

-Turn off the flame,add cream,fresh basil leaves,fresh coriander & mix well.

-Now add shredded chicken,mozzarella cheese & mix until well combined.

-With the help of greased hands,take small quantity of mixture (60g) & make a ball.

-Coat with all-purpose flour then dip into whisked eggs & coat with breadcrumbs.

-Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 month in freezer.

-In a wok,heat cooking oil & fry croquettes on medium flame until golden brown.

-Serve with tomato ketchup!