Friday, September 16, 2016

Doin' Some Cookin'... Chicken Patties

Trying to fill up an 8 year old who is going through a growth spurt has been a bit of a challenge. Not to mention one who is also a selective eater more and more these days. Throw swim class on top of it and the boy is ravenous when we get home.


So I needed something quick and easy to make that would fill him up and fuel my boot camp workout. Chances are you already have the ingredients for making these Chicken Patties on hand too since it is only really two ingredients... ground chicken and eggs.

You can get as creative as you want with add-ins and spices. I stuck to the recipe for our first try but quickly regretted not adding in some onion, bacon, or cheese. The possibilities really are endless. Thinking jalapeño cheddar right now.

These Chicken Patties were a huge hit in my household and the leftovers were gone the very next day. That is rare. Usually noses get turned up at the idea of leftovers and sandwiches are made instead. I'll get burnt out on being the only one eating leftovers for three days straight and end up pitching whatever is left.

The Chicken Patties can be served on their own or you can do as we did and served them between whole wheat buns. Little Man requested next time making California chicken "burgers" and was bummed there was no avocado available.

Chicken Patties
Adapted From: Healthy Recipes
Makes 8 Patties

Stars of the Show:
  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
And Action:


Combine all ingredients except the olive oil in a food processor and pulse until well combined and chicken is smooth.

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 


Drop a 1/4 cup of the mixture into the hot oil and gently flatten into a round patty. I was able to fit three patties into my skillet at a time. 

Cook the patties until crisp and golden brown about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm until ready to serve. Enjoy!

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