Chopped chicken cutlets with cottage cheese
10 servings
90 minutes
Chopped chicken cutlets with cottage cheese are a tender and juicy dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity of preparation and rich flavor. The history of this recipe goes back to home cooking, where housewives sought ways to make meat cutlets lighter and healthier. The addition of cottage cheese not only softens the texture but also adds a pleasant creamy note. The slight acidity of the cottage cheese harmonizes with the aroma of spices, while the crispy crust after frying makes the cutlets especially appetizing. These cutlets can be served with a side of fresh vegetables or potatoes, as well as with a light sauce. A great option for a family dinner, they are suitable for both everyday menus and entertaining guests.
1
Chop the chicken and onion as finely as possible, mix them, add cottage cheese, crack in an egg, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chicken breast fillet: 1 kg
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 200 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Add any favorite spices and knead a uniform minced meat.
- Spices: to taste
3
Fry without a lid in a lightly oiled frying pan for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned, then add water to the pan, cover with a lid, and simmer until cooked.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
