Description
These Chicken Patties are a delicious and versatile dish made with ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory spices. Perfect for a quick meal or snack, these patties can be pan-fried for a crispy exterior or baked for a lighter option. Enjoy them with a variety of sides or as a finger food at parties.
Ingredients
Chicken Patties:
- 1 pound (500g) ground chicken
- 1 small onion (80g), finely chopped
- Green onion, chopped (to taste)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot (3 oz – 90g), grated
- Half a bunch fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup (35g) breadcrumbs
- 1 potato (9 oz – 250g), grated and squeezed
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ tsp (7g) salt
- 1 tsp (3g) ground black pepper
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, green onion, minced garlic, grated carrot, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, grated and squeezed potato, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until everything is well combined, but avoid overworking the mixture to prevent tough patties.
- Pan-Fry the Patties:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the chicken mixture and flatten them slightly to form patties. Place them into the hot skillet.
- Cook for 4 minutes or until the bottom is golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 4 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked patties to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Bake the Patties (Optional):
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray them with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Serve:
- Serve the patties with your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., ranch, ketchup, or spicy mayo) or alongside a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or rice.
Notes
- Spicy Patties: Add cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or chopped jalapeños for extra heat.
- Cheese-Stuffed Patties: Stuff the patties with a piece of cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack) before cooking.
- Herb Variations: Try other herbs like thyme, oregano, or basil for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (or 25-30 minutes if baking)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried or Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
