Mediterranean Chicken Patties
Juicy ground-chicken patties mixed with feta, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, red onion, and fresh herbs, then pan-seared until golden. Serve in warm pita with tzatziki, over salads, or with simple sides for a quick, protein-packed dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped (oil-packed, drained)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking
- tzatziki sauce (optional, for serving)
- pita bread or buns (optional)
- sliced cucumbers and tomatoes (optional)
- mixed greens or arugula (optional)
- lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, feta, sun-dried tomatoes (well drained), parsley, red onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix just until evenly combined; do not overmix.
- Divide the mixture into 6–8 portions and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick. If the mixture is sticky, lightly wet your hands. Chill 10–15 minutes if time allows to help them hold shape.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add patties without crowding.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the centers reach 165°F (74°C). Work in batches if needed, adding a little more oil between batches.
- Serve warm in pita with tzatziki, cucumbers, tomatoes, and greens, or over a salad. Add lemon wedges for squeezing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 540mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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