Crispy Chicken Cheese Fritters with Creamy Dill Sauce
Crispy, golden Air Fryer Sausage Rolls and soft, cheesy Chicken Fritters in a creamy dill sauce make this recipe delicious. These easy recipes are excellent for family dinners, snacks, and entertaining. The air fryer makes sausage rolls crisp and flaky without deep frying, and the chicken fritters are flavorful and crispy on the outside but juicy on the inside.
Air-fried sausage rolls
Ingredients:
1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or handmade)
1 lb (450g) pork sausage (or your choice)
1 finely chopped tiny onion
2 minced garlic cloves
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp dried sage
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 egg (egg wash)
1 tbsp egg wash water
Instructions:
Preheat Air Fryer:
Start your air fryer at 350°F (175°C). This ensures the air fryer reaches the right temperature for uniformly and crisply cooked sausage rolls.
Prepare Sausage Filling:
Mix sausage, finely sliced onion, minced garlic, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix everything well to equally season the sausage.
Prepare puff pastry:
Roll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. To thin the pastry, gently roll it out. Cut the pastry into 3 equal strips or vary the size to make more rolls.
Sausage Roll Assembly:
Divide the sausage mixture into three equal amounts (or more, depending on how many rolls you’re making). Distribute sausage mixture in the center of each puff pastry strip.
Roll and Seal
Carefully roll the pastry around the sausage mixture, seam-side down. If needed, seal the edge with water. Cut the roll into 2-3-inch pieces.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Liberally egg wash the sausage roll tops. Cooking will turn them golden and lustrous.
Air fry the sausage rolls:
Space them evenly in the air fryer basket. Batch cooking may be necessary depending on your air fryer size. Air fry the rolls for 12-15 minutes at 350°F (175°C) until the pastry is brown and the sausage is cooked. Increase the duration by 2-3 minutes for crispier results.
Serve:
Let sausage rolls cool for a minute or two after air-frying. Serve them heated with your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh salad.
Tips and Notes:
Sausage Type:
Pick your favorite pig, chicken, or spicy sausage to add heat.
Puff Pastry:
Thaw store-bought puff pastry before using. A fuller flavor can be achieved with homemade puff pastry.
Grated cheese, spinach, or mushrooms can be added to the sausage mixture to make it unique.
Storage:
Refrigerate leftover sausage buns for two days in an airtight container. Reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp them.
Ingredients for Crispy Chicken Cheese Fritters:
1 lb (450g) finely cut chicken breast or thighs
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (plus coating)
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 big eggs
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
paprika, 1/2
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil spray (air-frying)
Instructions:
Prepare Chicken Mixture:
Mix finely chopped chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, green onions, parsley, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a big bowl. Mix well to combine.
Form the Fritters
Using your hands, shape tiny amounts of chicken mixture into round patties or fritters. Fritters should be 2-3 inches wide, but you can choose.
Cover with Breadcrumbs:
Put extra breadcrumbs in a small basin. Apply breadcrumbs to both sides of each fritter and press lightly to stick.
Start by preheating your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). This temperature makes fritters crispy outside and juicy interior.
Air-fry fritters:
Avoid sticking by lightly spraying the air fryer basket with olive oil. To ensure airflow, place the fritters in a single layer in the basket without touching. Air-fry the fritters for 10-12 minutes at 375°F (190°C), flipping halfway. They should be cooked through and golden brown.
Serve the fritters on a platter after they’re done in the air fryer. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Tips and Notes:
Chicken Cut:
This recipe works with chicken breasts and thighs. Chicken thighs are juicier, whereas chicken breasts are leaner.
Cheese Variations:
Instead of mozzarella, use cheddar or a mix of cheeses for taste.
Leftover fritters can be refrigerated for 3 days. Make them crispy again by air-frying for 3-5 minutes.
Ingredients for Creamy Dill Sauce:
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayo
1 tbsp Dijon
One tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried)
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Combine Sauce Ingredients:
Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly and smooth.
Chill:
Wrap the bowl in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes to blend flavors. If time allows, chilling it for two hours will enhance the flavor.
Serve:
Serve crispy chicken cheese fritters with creamy dill sauce. It makes great sausage roll dipping sauce.
Tips and Notes:
Adjust Flavor:
Add lemon juice for tangier sauce. Reduce mustard or garlic powder for a milder taste.
For a bright, fresh flavor, use fresh dill, but dried dill will suffice. Use half.
Storage
The sauce can be refrigerated for 5 days in an airtight container.
In summary,
this meal balances the fullness of sausage rolls and the crispiness of chicken fritters with a refreshing dill sauce. Everything is easier and healthier with the air fryer without losing taste or texture. This dish is a winner whether you serve it for a family dinner or an appetizer.