Description
Bright, herby, and packed with Mediterranean flavor, these chicken and feta patties are a quick, protein-rich meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep. Made with lean ground chicken, feta, and warm spices, they’re juicy, savory, and incredibly versatile.
Ingredients
500 g (about 1 lb) ground chicken
½ red onion, finely chopped
½ cup (about 60 g) crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for skillet)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped red onion, crumbled feta, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined without overworking the mixture.
- Divide the mixture and shape into 4 equal patties, about 1.5 to 2 cm thick.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- Let the patties rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve warm on their own, with tzatziki, or in pita with fresh veggies.
Notes
Don’t overmix the meat mixture — it helps keep the patties tender.
To make ahead, prepare the mixture and refrigerate for up to a day.
Can be baked at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Use firm, brined feta for best texture and flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
