These juicy chicken patties with cheese and tomato are a true weeknight hero: lean, high-protein, and on the table in about 25 minutes. Golden on the outside and irresistibly melty inside, they pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or a crisp green salad. If you love homemade patties, be sure to try our Juicy Chicken Patties with Cheese and Dill and Chicken Patties with Carrot and Garlic too.
Ingredients
- 300 g (10.5 oz) chicken fillet
- 1 egg
- 1.5 tomatoes, finely diced
- 50 g (1.7 oz) hard cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 2.5 tbsp whole-grain or regular flour
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut the fillet into small pieces. Add the egg, grated cheese, dill, tomatoes, flour, and salt; mix well.
- Lightly oil a skillet and spoon in the mixture to form small patties.
- Fry over low heat about 4 minutes per side until golden.
- Serve with sour cream.
Tips
- Dice the tomatoes finely and pat them dry so the mixture is not too wet — this keeps the patties golden instead of steamy.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet; fry in batches so each patty develops a proper golden crust.
- Let the patties rest for a couple of minutes after frying so the juices redistribute and the cheese sets slightly.
For more weeknight dinner inspiration, explore the technique guides at Serious Eats. And remember to cook poultry thoroughly — the USDA has clear food-safety guidelines for poultry.
Nutrition (per 100 g): 167 kcal | Protein 18 g | Fat 7 g | Carbs 7 g