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Croquetas
Medium 55 min~250 kcal 3/10
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Croquetas de Pollo
Spanish chicken croquettes with a creamy bechamel center and crisp breadcrumb coating.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~335 kcal🇪🇸 Spanish🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 25 min cook
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- #Kid-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep35 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
İç
- 300 g Cooked chicken meat
Beşamel
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Butter
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Flour
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Milk
Baharat
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Nutmeg
Denge
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
Pane
- 2 Eggs
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Breadcrumbs
Kızartma
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Neutral oil
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Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter, add the flour, and cook for 3 minutes until fragrant.
3 min03:00 - 2
Add the milk gradually and cook a smooth thick bechamel.
7 min07:00 - 3
Stir in the shredded chicken, salt, and nutmeg.
- 4
Spread the mixture on a tray, cover, and chill for 1 hour.
1 hr60:00 - 5
Shape the cooled mixture into small cylinders.
- 6
Coat the croquettes in beaten egg and breadcrumbs.
- 7
Fry in hot oil for 3 minutes until golden, then transfer to paper towels.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: If you shape the mixture before it is cold enough, the croquettes fall apart; let it firm up on the tray.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve croquetas de pollo hot with lemon wedges, aioli, and green salad.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~335
kcal calories
17
g protein
30
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 35%Fat 45%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Croquetas de Pollo make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Croquetas de Pollo take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 60 minutes in total.Is Croquetas de Pollo difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Croquetas de Pollo have?
Approximately 335 kcal per serving. Protein: 17g, carbs: 30g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Croquetas de Pollo contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Croquetas de Pollo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Spanish cuisine.How many ingredients does Croquetas de Pollo need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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