Steamed chicken cutlets with thyme and parsley
9 servings
60 minutes
Steamed chicken cutlets with thyme and parsley are a tender and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine, perfect for healthy eating. The cutlets are steamed, which helps retain the juiciness of the chicken fillet and enhances the flavor of fresh thyme and parsley. Oat flakes provide structure, while protein makes the cutlets light and airy. Onion and garlic add zest, and spices highlight the dish's natural richness. These cutlets are an excellent choice for a diet; they can be served with vegetables, light sauces, or side dishes. With their mild flavor, they are suitable for both children and adults, creating a sense of home comfort and warmth.
1
Chop the chicken fillet in a blender or meat grinder.
- Chicken fillet: 3 pieces
2
Chop the onion and garlic into a paste (it's easiest in a blender).
- Onion: 0.5 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Pour boiling water over a spoonful of oatmeal and let it steep.
- Oat flakes: 1 tablespoon
4
Chop the greens finely.
- Fresh thyme: to taste
- Parsley: to taste
5
In a large bowl, mix the minced meat well with onion and garlic, add salt, pepper, lightly beaten egg whites, and fold in the herbs.
- Egg white: 2 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
6
Cook in a steamer (multicooker on 'steam' mode) for 20-25 minutes (depending on the size of the cutlets/meatballs).