Description
Crispy chicken donuts blend savory southern comfort with playful bakery magic, creating an unexpected culinary adventure. Crunchy exterior and tender meat make this innovative dish a crowd-pleasing sensation you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
Cheese and Herbs:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup (15 grams) chopped fresh parsley
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Cooking Ingredient:
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Combine ground chicken with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano in a mixing bowl, thoroughly blending all ingredients until uniform.
- Gently form the mixture into small circular patties with a central hole, creating a donut-like shape while ensuring even thickness.
- Prepare a skillet with approximately 1/2 inch of oil, heating to medium-high temperature around 350°F. Test oil readiness by dropping a small mixture piece that should immediately sizzle.
- Carefully lower chicken donuts into hot oil, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating once to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer fried donuts onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and allow slight cooling and draining.
- Plate the crispy chicken donuts while warm, accompanied by complementary dipping sauces such as ranch, honey mustard, or spicy mayo for enhanced flavor experience.
Notes
- Choose lean ground chicken for a healthier version, ensuring the meat isn’t too wet to maintain donut shape.
- Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before shaping to help donuts hold together better during frying.
- Use a digital thermometer to maintain oil temperature around 350°F for consistent golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Transform into a gluten-free option by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg