Russian Style Chicken Cutlets
Discover the comforting flavors of Russian-style chicken cutlets, a beloved classic that combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and a golden breadcrumb crust. These juicy cutlets are made by blending freshly minced chicken breast with soaked white bread, grated onion, and a touch of garlic, creating a moist, flavorful filling. Fried to perfection in a mix of butter and vegetable oil, the cutlets develop a crispy exterior while staying deliciously soft inside. Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick family dinner or meal prep, and pairs beautifully with hearty sides like mashed potatoes, buckwheat, or a refreshing cucumber-and-tomato salad. Give these easy, savory chicken patties a try and elevate your comfort food game with this authentic Russian culinary treasure!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 2 slices white bread
- 60 ml milk
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 large egg
- 100 grams bread crumbs
- 120 ml vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 30 grams butter
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into chunks and grind them in a food processor until a smooth mince is achieved. Alternatively, you can use pre-ground chicken.
Soak the white bread slices in the milk for a few minutes. Once fully soaked, squeeze out the excess milk and crumble the bread into a bowl.
Peel and finely grate the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, soaked bread, grated onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Shape the mixture into oval cutlets, about the size of your palm. Wet your hands slightly to prevent the mixture from sticking to your fingers.
Spread the bread crumbs on a plate. Roll each cutlet in the bread crumbs, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. The combination of oil and butter will give the cutlets a beautiful golden color and enhance their flavor.
Fry the cutlets in batches to avoid crowding the pan. Cook each cutlet for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 74°C or 165°F).
Place the cooked cutlets on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve hot with your choice of side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, buckwheat, or a crisp cucumber-and-tomato salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.3 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.7 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 74.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 5294 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.5 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 170.0 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2147 mg | 46% | |
*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.
