Mediterranean Chicken Patties (Printable)

Tender chicken combined with feta, olives, and herbs creates a flavorful, easy meal option.

# What You’ll Need:

→ For the Patties

01 - 1 lb ground chicken
02 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
03 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, cilantro, or mint, chopped
04 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
05 - 1/4 cup Kalamata or green olives, chopped
06 - 1 medium red onion, finely diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ For Serving

12 - 1/4 cup extra feta cheese, crumbled
13 - 1 cup sliced cucumbers
14 - 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
15 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped

# Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, crumbled feta, chopped herbs, minced garlic, and beaten egg. Mix gently until just combined.
02 - Fold in diced tomatoes, chopped olives, diced onion, and breadcrumbs. Season generously with salt and pepper.
03 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape into patties approximately 3/4 inch thick.
04 - Place patties on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm them up.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
06 - Add chilled patties to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through with internal temperature reaching 165°F.
07 - Remove from skillet and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with extra feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They cook in under 15 minutes, which means you're eating dinner before you know it, no standing around waiting.
  • High protein and naturally gluten-free, so they work whether you're meal-prepping or feeding guests with different dietary needs.
  • The flavors taste summer-bright year-round, a little Mediterranean escape tucked into your dinner rotation.
02 -
  • Don't skip the chilling step—I learned this the hard way when my first batch fell apart in the skillet because I got impatient and cooked them straight away.
  • If your patties seem too wet while mixing, a few extra breadcrumbs will fix it; if they're too dry, they'll taste like hockey pucks, so add those tomatoes and olives and you'll find the balance.
03 -
  • For extra crunch, dip the shaped patties lightly in breadcrumbs before chilling—it creates a textured crust that catches the oil beautifully.
  • A meat thermometer removes all guessing and ensures they're cooked through without drying out; aim for that 165°F sweet spot.
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