Chicken Croquettes with Creole Sauce
Ingredients for Chicken Croquettes:
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/3 cup minced red bell pepper
1/3 cup minced celery
1/3 cup minced onion
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
Ingredients for Creole Sauce:
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Directions for Croquettes:
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In a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the red bell pepper, celery, and onions and cook until tender, 5 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine the chicken, panko crumbs, and red bell pepper mixture. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, eggs, mustard, and seasoned salt.
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Add to the chicken mixture, tossing gently to combine.
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Form the mixture into 10 patties.
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In a large skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook the chicken cakes until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Serve with Creole Sauce.
Directions for Creole Sauce:
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In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients.
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Cover and chill.