Chicken cornbread croquettes are a delectable Southern comfort food that combines the flavors of juicy chicken, sweet cornbread, and savory seasonings. These crispy and golden balls of goodness make for a delightful appetizer or main course, perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or simply enjoying at home. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating the best chicken cornbread croquettes, with tips and tricks to ensure a delicious and memorable meal.
Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!
BEST EASY CHICKEN CROQUETTES
My mom used to get chicken croquettes at a fancy restaurant when she was a young woman. I made these once for Mother's Day. She loved them.
Provided by Cindy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine 1/3 cup of the soup, chicken, bread crumbs, celery, onion and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Mix well and shape into 6 croquettes (I make patties). Chill in refrigerator for about 1 hour.
- Remove croquettes from refrigerator and roll in additional bread crumbs. In a large skillet, melt 1 to 2 tablespoons shortening. Brown the croquettes in the shortening. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining soup, milk and 1/8 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Heat over low, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over croquettes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1250.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHICKEN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE
I love this super easy chicken slow-cooker recipe because it tastes like Thanksgiving, but without all the hassle. It's such a hearty and delicious meal for the fall or winter season. -Nancy Barker, Peoria, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toasted. Cool on baking pan., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cornbread, chicken, soups, broth and seasonings., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 1657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
SOUTHERN CHICKEN-CORNBREAD CASSEROLE
There's down-home goodness in every bite of this sweet-and-savory casserole. The blend of cornbread and cream-style sweet corn adds a hearty and flavorful touch.
Provided by Arlene Cummings
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix chicken, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, sour cream and milk. Season well with salt and pepper. Fold in cheese and green onions. Spoon mixture evenly into dish.
- Make cornbread mix as directed on pouch, substituting cream style corn for the milk and adding the egg and melted butter. Spread evenly over chicken mixture.
- Bake about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of topping comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g
CHICKEN CORNBREAD DRESSING
Even though Mom passed away years ago, her wonderful cornbread dressing lives on each year at Christmas dinner. It just wouldn't be the same holiday without it!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place chicken in a soup kettle. Add the water, celery and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth. Strain broth, discarding vegetables; set broth aside. When cool enough to handle, remove chicken from bones; dice and place in a large bowl., In a large skillet, saute celery and onions in butter until tender; stir in salt, sage, pepper and cayenne. Add to chicken. Stir in the cornbread, green onions, pecans, parsley and eggs. Add 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups of reserved broth, stirring gently to mix. (Refrigerate remaining broth for another use.) , Transfer to greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
LEFTOVER CHICKEN CROQUETTES
A mixture of chicken, eggs, bread crumbs, sauteed onion, parsley and light seasoning make croquettes you'll go crazy for! My grandmother used to make salmon cakes; I adapted that recipe to use leftover cooked chicken.
Provided by Jeanne Gold
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the chicken, bread crumbs, 2 eggs and onion and mix well; if mixture is too dry to form patties, mix in another lightly beaten egg. Then add parsley, salt and pepper to taste, mix well and form into small patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry patties in oil until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 120.1 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
PAN FRIED CHICKEN CROQUETTES
This recipe makes flavorful chicken or turkey croquettes that are crisp on the outside but moist on the inside. The way to keep the croquettes moist is by adding a homemade white sauce to the chicken mixture.
Provided by CookingCutie
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 2h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk flour into melted butter; cook and stir until raw flour taste cooks off and a paste forms, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk milk and chicken broth into butter mixture, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick and smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove sauce from heat and cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Stir chicken, 1 cup bread crumbs, eggs, onion, parsley, garlic powder, celery seed, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; add cooled sauce to chicken mixture and stir until well-combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled and firm, at least 2 hours.
- Shape chilled chicken mixture into 6 patties. Pour remaining bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and roll each chicken patty in bread crumbs to coat completely.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in hot oil, turning once, until patties are cooked through and golden brown on each side, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 136.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 684.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CORNBREAD CHICKEN BAKE
To make the most of leftover cornbread, try this hearty main dish casserole. It's moist, delicious and good on any occasion. -Madge Britton, Afton, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place chicken in a large skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until a thermometer reads 165°, 12-14 minutes. Drain and cut into cubes., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add chicken. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 45 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CROQUETTES
These croquettes are so tasty and since they used canned chicken, are a snap to prepare. And the kids love them. This is a "base" recipe...you can add your own spices and seasonings as desired.
Provided by AngelaTN
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Mix together all ingredients.
- Form into patties.
- Fry over medium heat until lightly browned on both sides.
- Drain and pat with paper towels before serving.
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Rinse and dry chicken breasts. Place on a baking sheet and season with salt, black pepper, cayenne, and dry thyme leaves. Roast until just cooked through, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Melt butter in a saute pan on top of the stove. Add celery and onion, with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add flour and stir to coat vegetables well. Cook, stirring often, for about 3 more minutes. Slowly pour in milk, while stirring or whisking. After milk is incorporated, simmer at least 10 minutes.
- Cut reserved chicken in large pieces, place in the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Place in a bowl and pour sauce with vegetables over chicken. Add parsley and mix thoroughly. Make a test croquette by rolling a small amount in bread crumbs, then deep-frying. Adjust seasoning, to taste, with white pepper.
- Form chicken mixture into balls, then roll in bread crumbs. Refrigerate and let the croquettes set for at least 1 hour before deep-frying in 325 degree F oil until golden brown. Drain and serve with Creamed Mushrooms.
- Heat butter in a saute pan on top of the stove. Add onion with a pinch of salt, pepper, and dry thyme leaves and cook until transparent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and scallions and cook 1 minute more. Splash with a bit of sherry and cook until evaporated. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk. Add mushrooms and cook about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and add parsley. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 3h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add the shallots and saute until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the 2 tablespoons of flour, stir it into the butter with a wooden spoon, and cook for 2 minutes more. Whisk in the cream, bring to a simmer, stirring until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Pour the sauce into a medium bowl; season with 1 teaspoon of the salt, pepper to taste, and nutmeg. Set aside to cool, stirring occasionally.
- Stir the chicken, parsley, and chives into the cooled sauce. By hand, form the chicken mixture into eight 3-inch long torpedo-shaped croquettes. Put the croquettes on a pan or large plate, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours or until set and firm.
- Put a heaping cup of flour in a shallow bowl or lipped plate. In another small bowl whisk the eggs with the remaining salt and pepper to taste. Spread the breadcrumbs into a third shallow bowl.
- Bread the croquettes. Roll them in the flour, taking care to shake off any excess. Next, dip them in the egg mixture, and finally roll in the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Place on a plate.
- Pour enough oil into a large skillet to come about halfway up the sides of the croquettes, and heat over medium heat. Shallow-fry the croquettes until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels and serve with the mustard.
- Put the parsley, thyme, onion, carrot, celery, and chicken breasts in a medium saucepan. Cover with the broth, and bring just to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover. Poach the chicken for 20 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove the pan from the heat, uncover, cool the chicken in the stock for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve the liquid. Bone and skin the chicken and cut the meat into cubes. Discard the bones and skin.
- Strain the broth and store, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 days or freeze for later use. Remove any fat from the surface of the broth before using.
CORNBREAD AND CHICKEN THIGH CASSEROLE
Easy to make casserole with chicken thighs and vegetables topped with cornbread.
Provided by Natasha Mathew
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare a 1 1/2- to 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Set aside 2 tablespoons of the cornbread mix and the white portions of the green onions for the filling.
- Prepare the cornbread topping: combine remaining cornbread mix with 1/2 cup water, Cheddar-Jack cheese, and green portions of green onions in a mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until fully combined and a thick, spreadable batter forms. Set aside.
- Prepare the filling: heat a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add chicken, carrots, mushrooms, bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, reserved white portions of green onions, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink, 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in reserved cornbread mix. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Transfer chicken and vegetable filling to the prepared casserole dish. Top with cornbread batter and smooth with a spatula. Don't worry if layer is thin.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 52.2 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 901.1 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
COMFORTING CHICKEN CROQUETTES
There is nothing that says comfort food like a nice hot plate of chicken croquettes with mashed potatoes and gravy. This is such a plain and simple recipe, but it tastes sooo good! I use my food processor to chop the cooked chicken along with the onion and parsley.. I just pulse it a few times and it's ready. (Sorry for shouting the recipe to you.. lol)
Provided by luvmybge
Categories Chicken
Time 2h10m
Yield 4-6 Croquettes, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt butter in saucepan over low heat.
- blend in flour, salt and pepper.
- cook over low heat, stirring until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
- remove from heat.
- stir in milk.
- heat to boiling, stirring constantly.
- boil and stir 1 minute.
- prepare thick white sauce.
- stir in meat, 1 tablespoon minced onion and the parsley.
- season with salt and pepper.
- spread mixture in ungreased square pan, 8x8x2 inches (or any pan for that matter), but you want to use a shallow pan to the mixture can completely cool to make it easier to handle.
- cover and chill at least 2 hours.
- mix egg and water.
- shape croquettes (i use a 1/4 or 1/3-cup measuring cup to scoop out the mixture for the croquettes) and dip in egg, and then breadcrumbs to cover.
- chill again.
- heat fat or oil (3-4 inches) to 365 degrees in deep fat fryer or kettle.
- fry croquettes in hot fat 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until light brown.
- drain.
- keep warm in 350 degree oven until serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.7, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 144.4, Sodium 377.3, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 23
CORNBREAD CRUSTED CHICKEN
From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Mmm! No-muss, no-fuss, delicious chicken that's "fried" in your oven.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix buttermilk, dressing mix and chicken. Seal bag; turn bag several times to coat chicken. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In shallow dish, mix breading ingredients. Remove chicken pieces one at a time from buttermilk mixture. Dip chicken in breading, turning to coat completely; shake off excess. Place chicken, bone side down, in pan. Lightly spray top of chicken with cooking spray.
- Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170°F for breasts; 180°F for thighs and drumsticks). Garnish with parsley sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 49 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1770 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHICKEN CROQUETTES
I found this recipe in a cookbook from the library. It turned out to be fast and delicious! My family really enjoyed it. I didn't make the sauce because I didn't have the red pepper or the relish. I just served it with spicy mayo on the side. It tasted good without any sauce...so don't think you have to have any but its a nice addition. This works great with the rotisserie chicken you get at the store and also would be good with leftover cooked turkey. Its something different to make after the holidays that is not a casserole. NOTE: If you just have salted saltines,just omit the salt with the egg.
Provided by beckerd
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the sauce: Stir together in a small bowl and set aside.
- Make the croquettes: Toss together all the ingredients except crackers and egg.
- Crumble the crackers over the mixture making fine crumbs.
- Pour egg over all and toss well to combine.
- Use 1/3 cup measuring cup to scoop up mixture.
- Form oval croquettes about 3" long by 3/4" high by putting mixture between palms of hands and pressing down firmly, but gently.
- Heat 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil in a 12" nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add croquettes and cook until golden brown on one side,about 4 minutes.
- Turn and cook until the other side turns a light brown and tops are firm, about 2 minutes.
- Press down gently with a spatula and add more oil as needed.
- Serve immediately with a dollop of sauce.
- NOTE: I crushed my crackers in a small ziplock bag before mixing them inches It seemed easier that way. I also got 8 croquettes out of this.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.8, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 129, Sodium 705.9, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 26
CREAMED CHICKEN OVER CORNBREAD
"This comforting dish was a favorite with our kids, and now our 11 grandkids request it," says Nancy Lange, Hindsboro, Illinois. "The recipe is easily doubled or tripled for our Sunday family dinners."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare cornbread batter and bake according to package directions, using a 9-in. round baking pan. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes; stir in chicken and broccoli. Cook and stir for 5-7 minutes or until heated through., In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; stir in the egg yolks, sour cream and milk until smooth. Add to chicken mixture; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. , Cut warm cornbread into wedges; top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
BBQ CHICKEN CORNBREAD BAKE
A cornbread casserole topped with BBQ chicken.
Provided by apk979
Categories Chicken Casserole
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Mix cream-style corn, muffin mix, corn, yogurt, and eggs together in a large bowl. Pour into the prepared dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- While casserole bakes, toss chicken with barbecue sauce.
- Remove casserole from oven. Top with chicken mixture and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake until cheese melts and chicken is heated through, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 129.7 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1306 mg
CORNBREAD CHICKEN
Just five ingredients are required to make this easy-to-assemble entree. "I'm not sure how this recipe found its way into my kitchen, but I'm glad it did!" comments Dawn d'Hooghe of Concord, North Carolina. "We eat a lot of chicken, and this is a family favorite."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine cornbread mix and salad dressing mix. Pour milk into another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then dry mix and turn to coat. , In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken in oil on both sides. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Nutrition Facts :
BAKED CREAMY CHICKEN AND CORNBREAD
Make and share this Baked Creamy Chicken and Cornbread recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together soup and milk in a saucepan and add in the chicken and vegetables.
- Heat until bubbly.
- Turn into an 8x8" baking pan.
- Prepare cornbread by blending together corn muffin mix, egg and milk.
- Spread batter over chicken mixture carefully to cover all the way to the sides of the pan.
- Bake at 425° for about 20 minutes or until browned on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1325.1, Fat 49.4, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 242.2, Sodium 2814.8, Carbohydrate 154.8, Fiber 15.9, Sugar 35.6, Protein 65.2
Tips:
- Use leftover chicken and cornbread to make this dish a budget-friendly and sustainable meal.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your preference. Add more herbs, spices, or cheese for a bolder flavor.
- Serve the croquettes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, barbecue, or honey mustard.
- For a crispy crust, pan-fry the croquettes in a little oil until golden brown.
- To save time, you can make the croquettes ahead of time and then bake or fry them just before serving.
Conclusion:
Chicken cornbread croquettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you have leftover chicken and cornbread, don't let them go to waste! Turn them into these tasty croquettes and enjoy a meal that is both satisfying and economical.
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