Chopped chicken cutlets

3 servings

40 minutes

Chopped chicken cutlets are a tender, juicy dish of Russian cuisine designed for cozy family dinners. Their history traces back to traditional home recipes where minced meat was replaced with chopped meat, preserving its natural texture and rich flavor. The mixture of chicken fillet with aromatic spices, sour cream, and egg gives the cutlets softness and a rich taste. A slight spiciness from dry adjika and the warmth of black pepper make them especially appetizing. They are cooked in a pan to form a golden crispy crust while remaining tender and juicy inside. This versatile dish pairs well with side dishes, fresh vegetables, and sauces, making it an ideal option for any occasion – whether it's a casual lunch or a festive dinner.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 258.9
• Proteins: 30.1g
• Fats: 12.9g
• Carbohydrates: 5.7g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 200 g
• Chicken thigh fillet: 200 g
• Sour cream: 2 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Cornstarch: 1.5 tbsp
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Dry adjika: 1 tsp
• Olive oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Put the sour cream in a deep container.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 2 tablespoons

2. Break a chicken egg.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

3. Add dry adjika.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry adjika: 1 teaspoon

4. Add ground black pepper and salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Sea salt:  to taste

5. Add starch.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cornstarch: 1.5 tablespoon

6. Mix thoroughly.

7. Chop the chicken fillet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 200 g
   • Chicken thigh fillet: 200 g

8. Add chicken fillet to the mixture. Stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 200 g
   • Chicken thigh fillet: 200 g

9. Heat oil in a pan. Spoon the patties in portions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil:  to taste

10. After the patties brown, flip them, reduce the heat, and fry for another 7-10 minutes.

11. Place on a plate and serve.