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Mediterranean Chicken Patties

Easy and flavorful Mediterranean chicken patties with fresh herbs, warm spices, and a juicy texture. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 patties
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 cup baby spinach chopped
  • 1 lb. ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice from half lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic wrap
  • cast iron skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Sauté Aromatics
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Sauté onion and garlic until tender and browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Wilt the Spinach
  1. Add spinach and sauté for 1 minute until soft. Set aside on a plate to cool for 5 minutes.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, sautéed onion-spinach mixture, breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Shape the mixture into a firm ball. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Form the Patties
  1. Take 1/2 cup chicken mixture at a time and shape into patties. Makes about 12 patties.
Cook the Patties
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Cook patties in batches of 6, searing each side for 3-5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Serve warm with rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables, or in hamburger buns with tzatziki sauce for an extra Mediterranean flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 270IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftover patties up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve quality. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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