Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these flavorful Chicken Tomato and Feta Patties served on a vibrant Spinach Salad. Juicy ground chicken is infused with the bold flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta, garlic, and fresh parsley, then pan-fried to golden perfection. These easy-to-make patties are paired with a refreshing bed of spinach, cherry tomatoes, and red onions, dressed simply with a zesty lemon and olive oil vinaigrette. This protein-packed meal strikes the perfect balance between hearty and healthy, making it ideal for a quick family dinner or meal prep. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a delicious way to bring Mediterranean-inspired flavors to your table.
In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined; do not overwork the meat mixture.
Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties. Ensure they are uniform in size to cook evenly.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties in batches, if necessary. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until the patties are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 74°C/165°F). Remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
While the patties are resting, prepare the spinach salad. In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the spinach salad and toss gently to combine.
To serve, place a portion of the spinach salad on each plate and top with two chicken patties. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Calories |
505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1108 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1062 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.