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Mom’s famous Chicken Cakes

Published: Mar 28, 2019 · Modified: Apr 9, 2019 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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Mom’s famous chicken cakes or chicken croquettes, have to be my all-time favorite meal she made. Shredded chicken, mixed with spices, flour and butter, covered in Panko and lightly fried.

3 chicken cakes on a green plate

Chicken croquette

So here it is, probably my all time favorite recipe my mom has passed down to me…..drum roll please….CHICKEN CAKES!

I know, kinda sounds weird, but seriously, I love these things and so does everyone else I invite over for dinner. My kids LOVE them, my husband LOVES them, and of course I do too.  It is a super simple recipe, just takes a little time to let the mixture chill before you crisp them up. If you have a larger family, like me (3 kids), I would recommend doubling the recipe.

How to Make Chicken Croquettes

One of the keys to this dish is making sure the chicken is shredded and chopped. You don’t want big hunks of chicken in the mixture. Feel free to use a rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. Typically, I boil my chicken until it is cooked and then shred and chop.

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in flour. Add in milk and chicken broth. Stir until the mixture thickens. Cook for about 1 minute.

bowl of shredded chicken

  • Stir in parsley, lemon juice, onion flakes, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and paprika.
  • Remove the saucepan from heat. Combine sauce with shredded chicken. 
  • Place the mixture in a container and put in the refrigerator until mixture has cooled. At least one hour. 

Chicken cake mixture in a glass bowl

  • Form them into nice patties. Sometimes my husband will make them a little smaller for the kids so they can pick them up like a chicken nugget.
  • Next, roll the chicken croquettes in Panko crumbs and then dip in egg mixture and then cover in more Panko crumbs. 

3 chicken cake patties ready to be fried

  • Fry in heated vegetable oil. Cook about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown on each side. 

What to Serve with Chicken Croquettes

There are many different things I serve along side these chicken cakes. Here are a few of my favorites:

  • Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Broccoli
  • Loaded Ranch Mashed Potatoes
  • Hash Brown Casserole
  • Vegetable Casserole
  • Corn Salad

Chicken Cake cut in half with a tomato

Tips for Making The Best Chicken Croquettes

  • Be sure to give the mixture time to chill. This helps in forming the croquette and the staying together when you fry them. 
  • Make sure not to over fry them. Golden brown is the color you are looking for. 
  • If you have leftovers, wrap them in foil and store in the refrigerator. When you are ready to reheat, place them in the oven at 400 for 5-10 minutes.

More Chicken Recipes

  • Crockpot Mississippi Chicken
  • Air Fryer Chicken
  • Teriyaki Chicken
  • Easy Baked Chicken

You might also enjoy this tasty Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken from Cakes Cottage.

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Mom's famous Chicken Cakes

Mom's famous chicken cakes have to be my all-time favorite meal she made. Shredded chicken, mixed with spices, flour and butter, covered in panko and lightly fried. 
Prep Time2 hrs
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time2 hrs 15 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, chicken croquettes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 239kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dry onion flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded and diced cooked chicken
  • 2-3 cups panko crumbs
  • 2 eggs beaten

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Mix in flour.
  • Add milk and chicken broth. Cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles.
  • Cook for 1 minute.
  • Add parsley, lemon juice, onion flakes, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and paprika.
  • Remove pot from heat and stir in chicken. Mix until combined. 
  • Place mixture in a covered container and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours. 
  • Shape mixture into cakes, cover in panko crumbs.
  • Dip cakes in beaten eggs and then cover in panko again.
  • Fill large pan with 1/4 inch vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.
  • Once oil is hot, place chicken cakes in oil and cook until brown. (about 3-4 minutes on each side)
  • Remove cakes from oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess grease.

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 2.7mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.7mg
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Comments

  1. Sommer says

    March 30, 2019 at 3:53 pm

    5 stars
    My whole family loves these! Great for lunch or dinner.

    Reply
  2. Toni says

    March 29, 2019 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    Loved these chicken cakes! They taste so good!

    Reply
  3. Kellie H says

    March 29, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    5 stars
    My kids LOVED these! Totally quick and easy to make.

    Reply
  4. Aimee Shugarman says

    March 29, 2019 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    These were so delicious, my family gobbled them up!

    Reply
  5. Alli says

    March 29, 2019 at 12:16 pm

    5 stars
    These were so good! I’ve never made these and when I did it was like boom! Love them!

    Reply
  6. rosalyn says

    January 9, 2016 at 3:54 am

    Cooking these things 3-5 minutes on each side won’t get them hot inside. Recommend sticking them in a hot oven after browning them on stove.

    Reply
  7. Heather says

    September 10, 2015 at 3:01 am

    These are absolutely perfect! Great new way to prepare chicken! Thanks!!

    Reply
  8. Ciao Florentina says

    September 9, 2015 at 12:23 am

    5 stars
    I can tell how crispy those are from the photo, I totally approve this one ha!

    Reply
  9. Michelle says

    September 6, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    That’s a smart idea, reminds me of fish cakes

    Reply
  10. Patti @ CooksRecipeCollection.com says

    September 6, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    5 stars
    Never heard of chicken cakes, will have to give them a try for sure!

    Reply
  11. Brian Jones says

    September 6, 2015 at 7:00 am

    These sound like the most wonderful nibbles, I may have to add them to our smorgasboard of stuff that we cook when friends come to visit 😀

    Reply
  12. Faye Wilkerson says

    September 6, 2015 at 5:28 am

    These chicken cakes sounds delicious. So much better than processed chicken nuggets.

    Reply
  13. Hillary Reeves says

    September 5, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    Not sure why it’s never crossed my mind to make a chicken cake… this looks so perfect and delicious.

    Reply
  14. Oana @AdoreFoods says

    September 5, 2015 at 11:22 am

    5 stars
    Such a great idea, my daughter is going to love these cute chicken cakes! Perfect healthy after school snack

    Reply
  15. Rosemary @anitalianinmykitchen says

    September 4, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    What a great idea, they look so good, can’t wait to try them.

    Reply
  16. J @ A Hot Southern Mess says

    September 4, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    Oh my yum! These little bites look extremely good! I can imagine how delicious they taste! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Molly Kumar says

    September 4, 2015 at 7:30 am

    The recipe looks really easy and I’m sure the addition of chicken broth and milk would have made the cakes juicy and delicious.

    Reply
  18. Platter Talk says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:16 pm

    5 stars
    Our kids are going to love these chicken cakes; easy to see why they are famous!

    Reply
  19. Razena |Tantalisemytastebuds.com says

    September 3, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    This looks so good that I can imagine having it on a sandwich with some chili sauce.

    Reply
    • heather says

      September 5, 2015 at 12:46 am

      That is a great idea!

      Reply
  20. Tina Marie says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    5 stars
    These sound so good. My mother and grandmother used to make salmon and crab cakes the same way.

    Reply
  21. Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:02 pm

    I’ve honestly never had chicken cakes before. This look so yummy! My husband with his Pennsylvania Dutch background would love these!

    Reply
  22. Byron Thomas says

    September 3, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    Jesus, that looks so freaking delicious! I need this right now!

    Reply
  23. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Ooh, it is like a grown up chicken nugget. Love that!

    Reply
  24. Chris @ SimpleFood365 says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:49 pm

    Wow! What a better option than processed chicken nuggets or patties! These look great!

    Reply
  25. Noor says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Chicken cakes is such a cute name, we call these cutlets here in Pakistan. I bet they taste as scrumptious as they look.
    Pinned!

    Reply
  26. Claudia | Gourmet Project says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:07 am

    5 stars
    great recipe for my coming brunch party!

    Reply
  27. Renee says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:13 am

    What a great way to get “chicken nugget loving kids’ to eat some real chicken! I’m sure I’d like them too 🙂

    Reply
  28. [email protected] says

    September 1, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    I think chicken cakes sound fabulous! Much better than chicken nuggets 😉

    Reply
    • heather says

      September 2, 2015 at 12:00 am

      Thanks Judy! The kids love them.

      Reply
  29. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

    September 1, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    Salmon cakes? Tuna cakes? How clever! I love the idea of chicken cakes. Will try!!

    Reply
  30. Cassandrea @ chewsandbrews.ca says

    September 1, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    I never thought of making chicken cakes before!! Always crab cakes! But why not chicken?! These look delicious! Pinning!

    Reply

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