Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken Patties
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken Patties—a flavorful, healthy twist on classic burgers. Made with lean ground chicken breast and infused with zesty lemon, crumbled feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and parsley, these juicy patties capture the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Perfectly grilled to golden perfection and nestled in whole wheat pita bread alongside baby spinach leaves, these patties are topped with a refreshing homemade cucumber yogurt sauce for a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed, low-carb recipe is ideal for anyone embracing the Mediterranean diet or seeking a wholesome, satisfying meal. Enjoy these grilled chicken patties as a quick lunch, a healthy dinner, or even a crowd-pleasing backyard barbecue option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground chicken breast
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 pieces garlic clove
- 50 grams feta cheese
- 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 medium cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Finely chop the red onion, fresh parsley, and garlic cloves. Set these aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken breast with the chopped red onion, parsley, garlic, crumbled feta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, lemon zest, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients well using your hands or a large spoon until they are evenly incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4-inch thick.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the patties are golden brown and fully cooked.
While the patties are grilling, prepare the yogurt sauce. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and lemon juice. Set aside.
Once the patties are cooked, warm the whole wheat pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute per side.
To assemble, place a patty in each pita pocket along with a handful of baby spinach leaves.
Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the patties or serve on the side.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Mediterranean Diet Grilled Chicken Patties.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.1 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3218 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 202.8 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2904 mg | 62% | |
*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.
