Name: Chicken Kotleti Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1 cup Panko bread crumbs; 1/2 cup milk; 2 Tbsp sour cream; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; 1 egg; 1 small onion, grated; 1/2 cup flour for dredging; Olive oil or canola oil for sautéing (about 2-3 Tbsp, more as needed)

Description

Chicken Kotleti are tender and flavorful oval-shaped chicken patties, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Made with ground chicken mixed with breadcrumbs soaked in milk, sour cream, and aromatic onion, these kotleti are pan-fried to a golden crisp on the outside while remaining juicy inside. This traditional Eastern European dish is easy to prepare and versatile, great served with a side of vegetables, potatoes, or in a sandwich.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 cup Panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 egg
1 small onion, grated

For Cooking

1/2 cup flour for dredging
Olive oil or canola oil for sautéing (about 2-3 Tbsp, more as needed)

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Instructions

Soak Breadcrumbs: Combine 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup of milk in a bowl. Allow the mixture to stand for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and soften.
Mix Ingredients: Add the ground chicken, 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 egg, and the grated small onion to the breadcrumb and milk mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a uniform mixture.
Form Patties: With wet hands, shape the mixture into oval-shaped patties (kotleti). Then dredge both sides of each patty in 1/2 cup of flour to lightly coat them, which helps achieve a golden crust when cooked.
Cook Kotleti: Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive or canola oil in a preheated nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cover. Cook the first side for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for an additional 3 minutes. Add more oil if necessary to prevent sticking and ensure even browning. Cook until patties are cooked through and nicely browned on both sides.

Notes

Using panko breadcrumbs gives a lighter, crispier texture compared to regular breadcrumbs.
Grating the onion finely ensures it incorporates well into the mixture without large chunks.
If preferred, you can substitute ground turkey for chicken as a lean alternative.
Serve hot with a side of mashed potatoes, fresh salad, or tucked into a bun for a delicious sandwich.
Make sure patties are cooked thoroughly to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.