Ingredients
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2 teaspoons salt, divided
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1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
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1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
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2/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
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vegetable oil, for frying
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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1 lb potato, peeled and cut into 2 " pieces (russet or Idaho)
Instructions
- Bring potatoes, 1 teaspoons salt, and water to cover to a boil in a small saucepan. Cook 20 minutes or until tender; drain and mash potatoes.
- Stir together mashed potatoes, remaining 1 teaspoons salt, chicken, and next 7 ingrdients(through lemon rind). Chill mixture 1 hour. Shape into 2" balls.
- Place dry breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Roll balls in breadcrumbs, coating evenly.
- Pour oil to a depth of 4" into a Dutch oven or fryer; heat to 370*F. Fry fritters, in batches, 2 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on wire racks on paper towels, and serve immediately. Serve with Lime Cayenne Mayonnaise(recipe posted separately).