Description
Upgrade your chicken patties with a gooey cheddar cheese center! These crispy, golden-brown patties are perfect for sandwiches, meal prep, or serving on their own. Quick, easy, and packed with savory flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 eggs, divided
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 6 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 (1-inch) slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup peanut oil
Instructions
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Mix the Chicken Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, 1 beaten egg, panko, mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
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Set Up Dredging Station:
- In three shallow bowls, prepare:
- Flour in the first bowl.
- Beaten egg + 1 tbsp water in the second bowl.
- Remaining panko in the third bowl.
- In three shallow bowls, prepare:
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Form the Patties:
- Divide chicken mixture into 6 equal portions.
- Wet your hands and wrap each portion around a cheddar slice, sealing completely to form patties.
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Bread the Patties:
- Coat each patty in flour, then egg, then panko, ensuring an even crust.
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Cook the Patties:
- Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties in batches, browning 1 minute per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Let cool slightly and serve on buns, lettuce wraps, or with a side of veggies.
Notes
- Crispier Option: Use air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Cheese Substitutes: Try pepper jack or smoked gouda for a flavor twist.
- Baking Option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg