Chicken Corn Fritters Recipe

By janicecraig

Ingredients

• GREEN CHILI SAUCE:
• 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Oil for deep-fat frying
• 1/3 cup butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 1 cup milk
• Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place corn in a large bowl; lightly crush with a potato masher. Stir in the chicken, egg, milk, butter, salt and pepper. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into the corn mixture just until combined.

In a deep-fat fryer or skillet, heat 2 in. of oil to 375°. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil. Fry for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; keep warm.

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth. Add chilies. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with corn fritters; sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Yield: 1 dozen.