Description
Hearty potato rolls embrace savory chicken in this comforting classic that bridges rustic charm and elegant dining. Warm, pillowy bread wraps tender meat, inviting you to savor each delectable bite of this soul-satisfying culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying or baking
Instructions
- Prepare a smooth potato base by blending mashed potatoes with seasonings, ensuring a uniform and flavorful foundation.
- Create a savory chicken filling by gently sautéing aromatic onions and garlic, then incorporating tender shredded chicken with warm spices until perfectly combined.
- Enhance the chicken mixture by folding in melted cheese and fresh parsley, allowing the ingredients to meld and develop rich flavors.
- Craft each roll by carefully spreading a portion of seasoned potato mixture, delicately placing the spiced chicken filling at the center, and skillfully forming a compact cylindrical shape.
- Elevate the texture by generously coating each roll in beaten egg, then thoroughly covering with crispy breadcrumbs for a golden exterior.
- Achieve a perfect golden-brown finish by either shallow frying in hot oil until crisp and evenly colored, or baking in a preheated oven until the exterior turns a beautiful, crunchy bronze.
- Present the rolls immediately while warm, accompanied by a complementary dipping sauce that enhances the complex flavors of the potato and chicken filling.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting chili flakes for mild or hot preferences.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor to the filling.
- Ensure mashed potatoes are smooth and free of lumps for easier rolling and better texture.
- Replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free options like crushed cornflakes or almond meal for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg