Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Rissoles are a quick and delicious way to enjoy juicy, flavorful chicken patties with a crisp golden exterior. Made with ground chicken, fresh breadcrumbs, and aromatic herbs, they are perfect as a snack or a main dish served with your favorite dipping sauce. Utilizing an air fryer, this recipe offers a healthier alternative to traditional frying while delivering perfectly cooked and tender rissoles in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Cooking
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, fresh breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, chopped parsley or cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form Rissoles: Shape the mixture into small patties about 1-inch thick to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for cooking the rissoles.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the rissoles in a single layer without overcrowding, allowing hot air to circulate freely.
- Cook: Air fry the rissoles for 12-15 minutes until they are golden brown on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), indicating they are safely cooked. Serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can substitute parsley with cilantro depending on your flavor preference.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking.
- These rissoles can be served with a variety of dipping sauces such as ketchup, BBQ sauce, or a creamy garlic dip.
- You can double the recipe for larger meals or gatherings, cooking in batches if necessary.
