Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Fritters

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Health score
6%
Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Fritters
35 min.
4
285kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with the wholesome goodness of quinoa, then these Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Fritters are just what you need! Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fritters are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a nutritious option for any meal. With a delightful blend of blue cheese, cheddar, and a kick of hot sauce, each bite is packed with flavor that will leave you craving more.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side dish for gatherings. Whether you're serving them as a main course, a side dish, or a tasty lunch, these fritters are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that includes a healthy dose of protein, they make for a guilt-free indulgence.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with these mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Fritters. They’re sure to become a favorite in your household, combining comfort food with a nutritious twist that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cheese blue crumbled
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup hot sauce or to taste
  • servings oil for frying
  • 0.3 cup onion diced finely
  • 0.3 cup panko breadcrumbs 
  • 0.5 cup quinoa rinsed
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup cheddar shredded
  • cup meat from a rotisserie chicken shredded cooked
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Simmer the quinoa in the water until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes and let cool enough to handle.
  2. Mix the cooked quinoa with the chicken, hot sauce, onion, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper, adding more breadcrumbs if required to allow it to hold its shape.
  3. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.Spoon the mixture into the pan and form patties of any size that you desire and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-4 minutes per side, and set aside on paper towels to drain.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein26.77%
Fat47.56%
Carbs25.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.25
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.773478331773%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.01kcal
14.25%
Fat:14.94g
22.99%
Saturated Fat:5.68g
35.51%
Carbohydrates:18.15g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:16.28g
5.92%
Sugar:0.98g
1.08%
Cholesterol:87.62mg
29.21%
Sodium:853.39mg
37.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.92g
37.85%
Phosphorus:294.18mg
29.42%
Selenium:20.01µg
28.59%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.92%
Calcium:177.02mg
17.7%
Vitamin B3:3.48mg
17.41%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.29%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.48%
Magnesium:60.25mg
15.06%
Folate:58.84µg
14.71%
Vitamin C:11.96mg
14.5%
Zinc:2.17mg
14.47%
Iron:1.91mg
10.62%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.36%
Copper:0.19mg
9.43%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.27%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.49%
Potassium:291.03mg
8.32%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.75%
Fiber:1.87g
7.48%
Vitamin A:307.14IU
6.14%
Vitamin K:3.22µg
3.07%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.31%