Leftover Chicken Croquettes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil , divided
• 2 cups diced onion
• 3 cups cooked , finely chopped chicken meat
• 1.5 cups seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 2 large eggs , lightly beaten
• 1 large egg , Optional
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.

3. 3

   Combine chicken, bread crumbs, and two eggs in a large bowl; stir in onion until well combined. If mixture is too dry to form patties, mix in remaining egg. Mix in parsley, salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   Form into small patties.

5. 5

   Wipe out the skillet; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium heat. Working in batches, fry patties until golden brown and crispy, 4 to 6 minutes per side.