Mediterranean Delight Chicken Patties Recipe You'll Adore
These Mediterranean chicken patties are packed with flavor and perfect for a delightful meal. Serve them warm with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
- Tzatziki sauce for dipping (optional)
- Pita bread and fresh vegetables for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, feta, parsley, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Incorporate the beaten egg into the mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Shape the mixture into patties, each about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the patties without overcrowding.
- Cook for 5-6 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes.
- Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm with tzatziki sauce, pita bread, and fresh vegetables.
Notes
Refrigerating the mixture helps the patties hold their shape while cooking.