Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Crispy Chicken and Potato Doughnuts, a unique twist on traditional snacks that combines the savory goodness of ground chicken with fluffy mashed potatoes. These golden, crunchy treats are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night at home. They’re not only easy to make but also highly customizable, allowing you to experiment with various seasonings and dipping sauces. Serve them warm, garnished with fresh chives, and watch your guests crave for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (about 2–3 medium potatoes)
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and cut potatoes into chunks; boil until tender, then mash and cool.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooled mashed potatoes with the chicken mixture until well mixed.
- Shape into doughnut forms (about 2 inches wide).
- Set up a breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, breadcrumbs in a third.
- Coat each doughnut in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot (about 350°F).
- Fry doughnuts for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg