Savory Chicken and Cheese Polenta Cakes Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Chicken and Cheese Polenta Cakes recipe combines creamy polenta with tender chicken and melted cheese for a delightful dish. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these cakes are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

The recipe is straightforward and utilizes basic cooking techniques, making it accessible for cooks of all levels. You can easily customize the flavor by adding herbs or spices to suit your taste.

Delicious Chicken and Cheese Polenta Cakes

These polenta cakes are made with cooked polenta, shredded chicken, and cheese, then pan-fried until golden brown. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 cup polenta (cornmeal)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup cooked shredded chicken
1 cup shredded cheese (such as mozzarella or cheddar)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or basil)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil for frying

Instructions

Cook the Polenta: In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
Mix Ingredients: Remove from heat and stir in the shredded chicken, shredded cheese, Parmesan cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Shape the Cakes: Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then form it into small cakes or patties.
Fry the Cakes: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the polenta cakes and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish.