Croquetas de Pollo

Name: Croquetas de Pollo
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 400g cooked chicken breast, finely shredded; 60g butter; 80g plain flour; 500ml whole milk; 1 small onion, finely minced; 1 clove garlic, minced; Pinch of nutmeg; Salt and white pepper; 2 eggs, beaten; 150g breadcrumbs; Olive oil for frying

Croquetas de Pollo (kro-KAY-tas deh POH-yo)

Chicken Croquettes

⏱ Prep Time 45 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 279 kcal

Golden, crispy-coated cylinders hiding a molten, velvety bechamel filling studded with shredded chicken. These beloved Spanish bar snacks shatter at first bite, yielding a creamy interior seasoned with nutmeg and a hint of garlic.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 14.0g

Carbs 22.0g

Fat 15.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

saucepan frying pan deep fryer or heavy pot

Presentation Guide

Vessel: small ceramic plate

Garnishes: parsley, lemon wedge

Accompaniments: aioli

Ingredients

400g cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
60g butter
80g plain flour
500ml whole milk
1 small onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, minced
Pinch of nutmeg
Salt and white pepper
2 eggs, beaten
150g breadcrumbs
Olive oil for frying

Instructions

1
Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add flour and stir for 2 minutes to cook the roux.
2
Gradually pour in milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook on medium heat until very thick, about 8 minutes.
3
Fold in shredded chicken, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Spread onto a tray, cover with cling film touching the surface, and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
4
Shape cold mixture into small cylinders. Dip each in beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
5
Deep-fry in olive oil at 180°C for 2-3 minutes until deep golden. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

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Did You Know?

Spanish grandmothers say the secret to perfect croquetas is a bechamel so thick your wooden spoon stands upright in the pot.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

saucepan
frying pan
deep fryer or heavy pot

Garnishing

parsley, lemon wedge

Accompaniments

aioli

The Story Behind Croquetas de Pollo

Croquetas arrived in Spain from France in the 19th century and were quickly adopted as a way to stretch leftovers into elegant tapas. Every Spanish bar has its own recipe, and homemade croquetas remain a point of family pride across the country.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed tapas, lunch 📜 Origins: 19th century French-Spanish fusion

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