Description
Irresistible Mediterranean Chicken Patties are juicy, herby patties packed with garlic, lemon, parsley, and warm spices. These pan-seared patties are quick, flavorful, and perfect for pairing with salads, pita, or grains.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, grated or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes or diced olives
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp breadcrumbs or oat flour (if needed for binding)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic, onion, parsley or cilantro, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs or oat flour to help bind it.
- Form the mixture into 6–8 small patties, about 2–3 inches wide.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Let the patties rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- To bake instead of fry, place patties on a lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Add chopped spinach or zucchini for extra veggies.
- Ground turkey can be used instead of chicken.
- Freeze cooked or uncooked patties for future meals.
- Chill the mixture before shaping to help patties hold together better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
