2 cups cooked chicken, finely shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken is perfect!)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
½ cup all-purpose flour or breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch!)
½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion or scallions
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3-4 tablespoons olive or avocado oil, for frying
For Serving (Optional):
Lemon wedges
Dipping sauces: ranch, honey mustard, sriracha mayo, or tzatziki
The Simple, Foolproof Method: