CHICKEN CROQUETTES

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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 croquettes.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup whole milk
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add the flour, mustard, salt and pepper; stir until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened; remove from the heat. , Add the chicken, green pepper, parsley, onion, lemon juice, paprika and cayenne. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , Shape into six 4x1-in. logs. Place bread crumbs in a shallow dish. In another dish, beat egg and water. Roll logs in bread crumbs, then in egg mixture, then again in crumbs., Heat oil in an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer to 350°. Drop logs a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

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