Smokey Chicken Croquettes 👉Make and Freeze Recipe By Food Fusion

### **Smokey Chicken Croquettes – Make & Freeze Recipe (Food Fusion Style)** 🔥🍗

These **crispy, smoky chicken croquettes** are a **perfect Iftar or tea-time snack**. They have a deliciously spiced, creamy filling and can be **made in advance and frozen** for later use!

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### **Ingredients**

#### **For Chicken Filling:**
- 2 cups Boiled & Shredded Chicken
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Garlic Paste
- ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder
- ½ tsp Red Chili Flakes
- ½ tsp Paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp Smoked Paprika OR 1 piece Burning Coal (for smoky flavor)
- ½ tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup Milk
- ½ cup Boiled & Mashed Potatoes
- ½ cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Coriander (chopped)
- 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (Maida)

#### **For Coating:**
- ½ cup All-Purpose Flour (Maida)
- 1 Egg (whisked)
- 1 cup Bread Crumbs
- Oil for frying

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### **Instructions**

#### **Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Mixture**
1. Heat **butter** in a pan, add **chopped onion** and sauté until soft.
2. Add **garlic paste** and sauté for another 30 seconds.
3. Add **shredded chicken**, **black pepper, chili flakes, paprika, and salt**. Mix well.
4. Sprinkle **flour** and cook for 1 minute.
5. Pour in **milk** gradually and stir continuously to form a thick mixture.
6. Add **mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and coriander**. Mix well.
7. If using **smoked coal**, place a piece of burning coal in a small steel bowl inside the pan, drizzle a little oil over it, cover, and let it smoke for 2 minutes.
8. Once the mixture cools, shape it into **croquettes (cylinder or oval-shaped rolls)**.

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#### **Step 2: Coating Process**
1. Roll each croquette in **flour**.
2. Dip into **whisked egg**.
3. Coat evenly with **bread crumbs**.
4. For extra crispiness, repeat the **egg and breadcrumb coating** step once more.
5. Freeze on a tray for **30-60 minutes** until firm.

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#### **Step 3: Freezing Instructions**
- Once firm, transfer the croquettes to an **airtight container** or **ziplock bag**.
- Store in the freezer for up to **1 month**.

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#### **Step 4: Frying Instructions**
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the frozen croquettes on **medium heat** until golden brown and crispy.
- OR **Bake/Air-fry** at **200°C (390°F)** for **10-12 minutes** (brush with oil for a crispy texture).

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### **Serving Suggestion**
Serve hot with **garlic mayo, chili sauce, or ketchup** for an ultimate snack experience! 😋🔥

**Pro Tip:** These croquettes stay **super crispy** and are great for Iftar, parties, or tea-time snacks!

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