Minced Chicken Cutlets Recipe

These minced chicken cutlets are a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory smoked bacon, and creamy feta cheese, making them a flavorful and satisfying meal. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these cutlets are sure to become a family favorite.

Preparation Time:

• • Approximately 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• • 500g chopped chicken fillet
  • 1 onion, finely chopped

• • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

• • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 100ml carbonated mineral water
  • 100g smoked bacon, finely chopped

• • 100g feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Olive oil, for frying

• Optional: 700g minced meat (if you want to increase the quantity)
• Optional: 350g bread, soaked in water and squeezed (if you want to add bread to the mixture)

Prepare the Mixture:

• • In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken fillet, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add the baking powder and carbonated mineral water to the mixture. Stir well to combine.
    1. • • Add the finely chopped smoked bacon and crumbled feta cheese. Mix thoroughly.
         • Fold in the chopped fresh parsley.
         • If using, add the minced meat and soaked bread to the mixture, and mix until well combined.

        

    2. Form the Cutlets:
       • • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
         • Form the mixture into cutlets of your desired size.

        

    3. Cook the Cutlets:
       • Fry the cutlets in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
       • Remove the cutlets from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • • Serve these cutlets hot with a side of mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
    • They also pair well with a dipping sauce like tzatziki or a tangy tomato salsa.

    Cooking Tips:

    • • Ensure the mixture is well combined to prevent the cutlets from falling apart during frying.
    • Use a non-stick pan to make frying easier and to prevent sticking.
    • If you prefer, you can bake the cutlets in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.

    Nutritional Benefits:

    • • Chicken: Provides lean protein essential for muscle repair and growth.
      • Garlic and Onions: Offer immune-boosting properties.
      • Parsley: Adds a fresh flavor and is rich in vitamins A and C.

    

    Dietary Information:

    • • High in protein.
      • Can be made gluten-free by omitting the bread or using gluten-free bread.
    • Suitable for low-carb diets if bread is omitted.

    Storage:

    • • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

    • These chicken cutlets are quick to prepare and packed with flavor.

These minced chicken cutlets are a delightful blend of tender chicken, savory smoked bacon, and creamy feta cheese, making them a flavorful and satisfying meal. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these cutlets are sure to become a family favorite.

Preparation Time:

• • Approximately 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• • 500g chopped chicken fillet
  • 1 onion, finely chopped

• • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

• • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 100ml carbonated mineral water
  • 100g smoked bacon, finely chopped

• • 100g feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Olive oil, for frying

• Optional: 700g minced meat (if you want to increase the quantity)
• Optional: 350g bread, soaked in water and squeezed (if you want to add bread to the mixture)

Prepare the Mixture:

• • In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken fillet, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add the baking powder and carbonated mineral water to the mixture. Stir well to combine.
    1. • • Add the finely chopped smoked bacon and crumbled feta cheese. Mix thoroughly.
         • Fold in the chopped fresh parsley.
         • If using, add the minced meat and soaked bread to the mixture, and mix until well combined.

        

    2. Form the Cutlets:
       • • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
         • Form the mixture into cutlets of your desired size.

        

    3. Cook the Cutlets:
       • Fry the cutlets in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
       • Remove the cutlets from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

    Serving Suggestions:

    • • Serve these cutlets hot with a side of mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
    • They also pair well with a dipping sauce like tzatziki or a tangy tomato salsa.

    Cooking Tips:

    • • Ensure the mixture is well combined to prevent the cutlets from falling apart during frying.
    • Use a non-stick pan to make frying easier and to prevent sticking.
    • If you prefer, you can bake the cutlets in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes instead of frying.

    Nutritional Benefits:

    • • Chicken: Provides lean protein essential for muscle repair and growth.
      • Garlic and Onions: Offer immune-boosting properties.
      • Parsley: Adds a fresh flavor and is rich in vitamins A and C.

    

    Dietary Information:

    • • High in protein.
      • Can be made gluten-free by omitting the bread or using gluten-free bread.
    • Suitable for low-carb diets if bread is omitted.

    Storage:

    • • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

    • These chicken cutlets are quick to prepare and packed with flavor.