Description
Mediterranean Chicken Patties are a delightful blend of tender chicken, fragrant herbs, and zesty lemon that create a mouthwatering experience in every bite. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these patties are perfect for gatherings or casual dinners. Paired with a creamy tahini sauce, they promise to impress your family and friends with their vibrant flavors and ease of preparation. Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, this versatile dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Finely chop the chicken using a food processor until minced but not mushy.
- In a large bowl, mix minced chicken with garlic, parsley, feta cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small patties (about 10 total) and wet your hands to avoid sticking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the sauce, whisk together tahini and lemon juice in a small bowl; add water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve the patties drizzled with tahini sauce and garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg