Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these delightful Mediterranean Chicken Patties. Bursting with fresh herbs and spices, these easy-to-make patties offer a healthy alternative for any meal. Made from lean ground chicken and enhanced with spinach, they are perfect served in warm pita bread, atop a refreshing salad, or as an appetizer accompanied by your favorite dipping sauces. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or preparing a family dinner, these tender bites are sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 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
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté diced onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sautéed onion and garlic with chopped spinach, ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into about eight patties (½ inch thick).
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for approximately 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with garnishes as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 154
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 305mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 56mg