Mediterranean Diet Chicken Sliders
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Mediterranean Diet Chicken Sliders—mini, heart-healthy bites brimming with bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Made with lean ground chicken and infused with the tangy richness of feta cheese, briny Kalamata olives, and sweet sun-dried tomatoes, these juicy patties are seasoned to perfection with fresh herbs, garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon. Served on wholesome whole wheat slider buns and topped with crisp cucumber, ripe tomato slices, peppery arugula, and a dollop of creamy tzatziki, these sliders offer a lighter yet indulgent way to enjoy classic comfort food. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for casual gatherings, family dinners, or anytime you’re craving a healthy twist on a slider favorite. Packed with Mediterranean goodness, these chicken sliders are as nutritious as they are irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 100 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 50 grams Kalamata olives, chopped
- 50 grams Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Whole wheat slider buns
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 large Tomato, sliced
- 1 cup Arugula
- 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, feta cheese, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients until well combined but avoid over-mixing as this can make the mixture tough.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a slider-sized patty, around 1/2 inch thick.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the patties in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and they are golden brown.
While the patties are cooking, slice the cucumber and tomato, and prepare the arugula.
Once the patties are cooked, lightly toast the whole wheat slider buns in the skillet or in a toaster.
Assemble the sliders by spreading a tablespoon of tzatziki sauce on the bottom half of each bun, then layering with a chicken patty, cucumber slices, tomato slices, and arugula.
Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 516 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 6554 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.3 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.7 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.3 g | ||
| Protein | 175.4 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1473 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 30.3 mg | 168% | |
| Potassium | 7360 mg | 157% | |
*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.
