Cottage Cheese Chicken Patties Recipe
These Cottage Cheese Chicken Patties are a flavorful and healthy dish made with ground chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and a blend of spices, cooked to golden perfection in a skillet. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, they offer a protein-packed meal that’s moist and tender thanks to the cottage cheese, with a nice crunchy crust from panko breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 patties 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
For Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Mix the Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, cottage cheese, egg, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley if using. Stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
- Shape Into Patties: Using your hands or a scoop, form the mixture into small patties roughly 2 tablespoons each. Flatten each patty slightly so it cooks evenly and achieves a nice crust.
- Cook the Patties: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid crowding. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring they are fully cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the patties hot with your choice of dipping sauce, or enjoy them on a salad, grain bowl, or inside a wrap for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the chicken mixture to keep the patties tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- These patties can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free.
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or oregano to the mixture.
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