Move over, sweet treats—let’s welcome a new donut packed with savory, cheesy goodness! Take your appetizers to the next level with these Crispy Chicken Potato Donuts. They are perfect for parties and weekend get-togethers. These savory donuts are crispy on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside. Serve them at your next gathering and watch them steal the show!
This delicious cheesy chicken snack combines boiled, shredded chicken with creamy mashed potatoes.
Fresh carrots, green onions, bell peppers, and Serrano peppers add color, crunch, and savory flavor. They also bring just the right amount of heat. Cornstarch, egg, gooey mozzarella cheese, and flavorful seasonings hold everything together. Each bite combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese for a delicious, comforting appetizer. The real magic happens with the crunchy exterior. Shape the chicken and potato mixture into fun donut rings, dip each ring in a flour slurry, and coat it generously with breadcrumbs. Then, fry the donuts until they turn beautifully golden and crispy. It is an easy snack, appetizer, or party recipe that is just as fun to make as it is to eat.
For the perfect pairing, serve these crispy chicken potato donuts with sweet tamarind chutney or refreshing mint chutney. For more crispy, flavorful snack ideas, try Meaningful Masala’s Crispy Tuna Patties, or serve these golden chicken and potato donuts with our delicious Habanero Yogurt Dip.
Crispy Chicken Potato Donuts (Easy Cheesy Party Appetizer)
Ingredients
Ingredients for making Donuts
- 8 medium potatoes boiled and mashed
- 20 oz chicken boiled and shredded
- ¾ cup carrots boiled and shredded
- ½ cup green onions chopped
- 1 ½ cup bell pepper chopped
- 4 Serrano peppers finely chopped
- 4 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg
- salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp chicken powder
- 1 ½ cup mozzarella cheese
Ingredients for Slurry
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup water
Ingredients for Coating
- 2 cup bread crumbs
Oil for Frying
- oil as needed
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes
- Boil 7–8 medium potatoes and mash them.
Mixing the Chicken and Vegetables in the Mashed Potatoes
- Add boiled, shredded chicken, boiled and shredded carrots, chopped green onions, chopped bell pepper, and finely chopped Serrano peppers. Mix well
Add Seasonings and Cheese
- Add cornstarch, egg, salt to taste, black pepper, garlic powder, chili flakes, chicken powder, and mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
Shape the Chicken Donuts
- Shape the mixture into donut-shaped croquettes.
Prepare the Slurry
- Mix all-purpose flour with water to make a thick slurry.
Coat with Slurry and Breadcrumbs
- Coat the donuts in the slurry, then coat them with breadcrumbs.
Deep Frying the Donuts
- Deep fry the donuts over medium heat until golden brown.