Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Croquettes

Elevate your appetizer game with these Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Croquettes, a crispy and golden twist on a beloved comfort food. This easy-to-follow recipe combines tender cooked chicken with sautéed onions, celery, and a creamy almond milk-infused base for a dairy-free delight. Perfectly seasoned and coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, each croquette is pan-fried to achieve that irresistible texture. Ideal as a party appetizer or a satisfying main dish, these croquettes are customizable with your favorite dipping sauces. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe will be a new favorite for anyone craving a delicious, dairy-free treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1 cup canola oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add 1/2 cup of flour to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until thickened, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the almond milk, cooked chicken, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens further.

Step 5

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool. Once cooled, form the mixture into 2-inch logs or patties.

Step 6

Set up a breading station: place remaining flour on a plate, beat the egg in a shallow bowl, and pour the panko breadcrumbs on another plate.

Step 7

Roll each croquette first in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Heat the canola oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 9

Transfer the croquettes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1605.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4101.9

Total Fat 307.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 612.7mg	0%
Sodium 3963.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 176.0g	0%

Vitamin D 87.0IU	0%
Calcium 379.1mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 1924.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 15.1%