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Spicy chicken patties {Paleo, Whole30} (+ video)

January 22, 2018 By Kathryn Doherty

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Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast. Paleo, gluten-free and whole 30-approved, these patties will become a new favorite!Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast. Paleo, gluten-free and whole 30-approved, these patties will become a new favorite! #whole30recipes #paleorecipes #healthychickenrecipes #simplechickenrecipes | www.familyfoodonthetable.com

I’m freshly back from Costa Rica and wow, you guys…

We had a seriously amazing time. My husband and I were celebrating our 10-year anniversary and just loved every minute!

We had some beach time, rode ATVs and did an amazing canopy zip line tour followed by a waterfall hike, traveled inland to the Arenal Volcano area (and hiked to the volcano), horseback riding through the rainforest, hot springs and so much more.

It was a quick trip but we packed so much in, it felt luxuriously long! 💕

We got back late last night and while I’m not exactly ready to dive into work this week, I’m putting on my big girl underwear and pushing through… so on we go!

Today’s recipe for these spicy chicken patties is for all of you who are doing a paleo, gluten-free or whole 30 diet this year.

I am not one of you, but I did briefly consider doing whole 30 this January. A friend was doing it and I knew I’d have the support.

But I also knew I’d have the Costa Rica trip in the middle of it. So that seemed like a terrible idea. 😂

Overhead shot of spicy chicken patties piled up on a plate and served with a creamy mustard dipping sauce in a bowl

But I have made some tweaks this month and gotten back to my cleaner eating ways after the holidays.

And I wanted to share with you one of my easy favorites that is super versatile.

These spicy chicken patties are based on my 5-ingredient zucchini turkey burgers and are an easy addition to a paleo lunch, part of a gluten-free dinner and even a fun whole30 breakfast. (See below for ALL the ways you can serve them. 😊)

Stack of three spicy chicken patties on a plate with a dollop of a creamy mustard sauce and a green napkin underneath

They are just ground chicken, zucchini and some spices — no bread/flour or egg needed — and they come out so juicy and flavorful!

And just to note, these are just a tad bit spicy. It’s a subtle heat at the end that gives them a lovely little kick. 🌶

You can adjust the amount of cayenne to suit your tastes or leave it out altogether.

(If I’m making these for the kids, I skip the cayenne and just serve mine with hot sauce or sriracha sauce. Love the spicy!)

Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast. Paleo, gluten-free and whole 30-approved, these patties will become a new favorite! #whole30recipes #paleorecipes #healthychickenrecipes #simplechickenrecipes | www.familyfoodonthetable.com

Ways to serve these spicy chicken patties:

  • You can serve these with your favorite dip: honey mustard, a creamy Dijon and Greek yogurt mix, BBQ sauce, hummus or Ranch dressing.
  • These patties are also great for lettuce wraps, regular wraps and in pita pockets.
  • You can serve these as sliders and add your favorite toppings: cheese, lettuce and tomato, ketchup, pickles, etc.
  • They also make a great protein option atop a grain bowl.
  • These salads also go great over a salad as a lunch or dinnertime protein.
  • They work great with breakfast too! I love these spicy chicken patties as a healthier alternative to sausage patties, with some scrambled eggs and veggies in the morning.

A single spicy chicken patty dipped into a creamy mustard sauce and being held up with a plate of chicken patties in the background Spicy chicken patties on a massaged winter kale salad with walnuts, pomegranates and feta cheese

(The patties above are on a bowl of my massaged winter kale salad with pomegranates, feta and walnuts. Hello lunch! 😍)

I hope you give these paleo spicy chicken patties a try! They are sure to help keep your meals interesting, which is the best way to stick to any healthy eating plan.

Happy cooking!

XO,

Kathryn

P.S. Check out my new VIDEO and watch me make this recipe!

Yield: 10-12 patties

Spicy chicken patties

Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast. Paleo, gluten-free and whole 30-approved, these patties will become a new favorite! #whole30recipes #paleorecipes #healthychickenrecipes #simplechickenrecipes | www.familyfoodonthetable.com

Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lean ground chicken (I use 90% lean)
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated and squeezed well of excess moisture (should be about 1/2 cup after squeezed out)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional; see notes)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil or coconut oil

Instructions

Combine all ingredients (except oil) and stir until just combined. The mixture will be wet.

Form into small patties, about 1 1/2 inches wide, and place on a plate. It should be about 1/4 cup of the mixture for each patty.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add patties, working in batches if necessary, and cook over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, then flip and finish cooking, another 4-5 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. Add extra oil or turn down heat if they are cooking too quickly or if you are doing more than 1 batch.

Serve and enjoy!

Notes

I use ground chicken but you could substitute ground turkey if you prefer.

I use the small size of my grater to grate the zucchini so the spreads are fairly small and get well incorporated into the patty mix.

These are just a tad bit spicy, with a subtle heat at the end. You can adjust the amount of cayenne to suit your tastes or leave it out altogether.

Ways to serve these chicken patties: with a dip (BBQ sauce, honey mustard, hummus, Ranch, etc.), in a lettuce or regular wrap or pita pockets, as sliders with toppings, on a salad or with eggs for breakfast.

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Nutrition Information:


Amount Per Serving: Calories: 88Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 157mgFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 8g
Cuisine: American / Category: Chicken

Spicy chicken patties are a really simple, easy recipe and can be used for wraps, salads, sliders, with a sauce or alongside some eggs with breakfast. Paleo, gluten-free and whole 30-approved, these patties will become a new favorite! #whole30recipes #paleorecipes #healthychickenrecipes #simplechickenrecipes #spicychicken #chickenpatties

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Comments

  1. Karly says

    January 22, 2018 at 9:57 PM

    Drooling.I can’t get over how delicious these look- and how many ways they can be eaten! Definitely need to try!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 24, 2018 at 3:52 PM

      Thanks so much Karly! I hope you do try them!

      Reply
  2. Marcia says

    January 23, 2018 at 7:17 PM

    These look great. I just started WW and they will be perfect. Do you think I can freeze leftovers?

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    • Kathryn says

      January 24, 2018 at 3:52 PM

      Yes, you can absolutely freeze these Marcia! I have a bag in my freezer right now 😊

      Reply
  3. Maria C Lyons says

    January 24, 2018 at 7:16 AM

    i live in Cebu , Philippines and zuchini is hard to find , any suggestions on alternative to zuchini ?

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 25, 2018 at 5:37 PM

      Hi Maria, I’m not sure what would work as a good substitute here since the grated zucchini provides both the binder and the moisture. You could perhaps try it with an egg or two and see if that works.

      Reply
      • Glenda says

        March 21, 2018 at 8:58 PM

        I made them tonight and used a yellow squash. It worked fine

        Reply
        • Kathryn says

          March 22, 2018 at 6:55 AM

          That’s good to know – thanks for sharing! And I love your idea to add some minced green onion – yum!

          Reply
    • Germaine Haberman says

      October 2, 2019 at 6:47 PM

      I use grated mushrooms when I want a binder for meat.

      Reply
      • Kathryn Doherty says

        October 4, 2019 at 1:26 PM

        That’s a great idea too! Bet it adds a great meatiness and earthiness as well. Thanks so much for sharing!

        Reply
  4. julianne says

    January 25, 2018 at 1:11 AM

    We made these tonight and they were AMAZING! I’ll be making these again for sure!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 25, 2018 at 5:36 PM

      I’m so happy to hear you loved them Julianne!

      Reply
    • Jennifer says

      January 7, 2020 at 5:58 PM

      How do you make the whole30 sauce for dipping?

      Reply
      • Kathryn Doherty says

        January 8, 2020 at 7:02 AM

        Hi! You can make a mustard-mayo sauce for dipping these in, but you’ll need to check labels because most regular store-bought mayos wouldn’t be whole30 compliant. But there are brands that make versions that you could use. (I like a 1:1 mustard and mayo mix, but you can sorta adjust it to suit your tastes.) You can also use a guac-like dip if you’d like or look up other whole 30 approved sauces you can make to have with these. Hope that helps!

        Reply
  5. Megan @ Megunprocessed says

    January 26, 2018 at 1:28 AM

    I love throwing zucchini in dishes!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 26, 2018 at 4:59 PM

      Me too! 😊

      Reply
  6. Carolyn says

    January 26, 2018 at 9:41 PM

    These sound amazing!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 29, 2018 at 6:30 AM

      Thanks Carolyn!

      Reply
  7. Becky says

    January 29, 2018 at 12:22 PM

    About how many patties do you get out of this?

    Reply
    • Becky says

      January 29, 2018 at 1:18 PM

      Never mind I just saw the yield in the recipe. Duh! 🙂

      Reply
      • Kathryn says

        January 29, 2018 at 2:52 PM

        Ha 😊 I hope you give them a try!

        Reply
  8. Debi says

    January 30, 2018 at 9:14 PM

    Made these tonight, and they were awesome! I used ground turkey, and cut the cayenne in half.
    So yummy!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 31, 2018 at 6:54 AM

      I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them Debi!! Thanks so much for sharing! 😊

      Reply
  9. Carrie says

    February 2, 2018 at 6:33 PM

    Just made these for dinner tonight and they were awesome. This will definitely be a go to recipe for me 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      February 3, 2018 at 8:42 AM

      Oh yay! I’m so happy to hear you loved them Carrie! 😊

      Reply
  10. Teresa says

    February 4, 2018 at 9:54 AM

    Hi, I’m planning to try this today. Do you have a recipe for the dipping sauce that it shown ? it really looks good ! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      February 4, 2018 at 11:28 AM

      Hi Teresa! That dipping sauce is just a mix of Dijon mustard and mayonnaise. I did about a 1:1 ratio to start and then you can just adjust to your tastes. I hope you love the chicken patties!

      Reply
  11. Jaycelle Playda-Sahagun says

    February 10, 2018 at 9:13 AM

    Hi Kathryn! These looks so delicious. I plan to make it for my toddler. What chicken parts do you suggest for the ground chicken? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      February 11, 2018 at 6:40 AM

      I buy my chicken already ground at the store but you could certainly do it yourself. I’d suggest a mix of chicken breast and chicken thighs. I hope you and your little one enjoy them!

      Reply
      • Jaycelle Playda-Sahagun says

        February 11, 2018 at 11:51 PM

        Those are our favorite chicken parts! Thanks again Kathryn!

        Reply
  12. Barb B says

    February 16, 2018 at 12:11 PM

    These were so good. I will be sharing this for sure.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      February 16, 2018 at 7:29 PM

      I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them! 😊

      Reply
  13. Glenda says

    March 21, 2018 at 9:01 PM

    When I make them next time I’m going to add minced green onion

    Reply
  14. Cat says

    April 17, 2018 at 6:02 PM

    I made these tonight and they turned out to be a really good protein for a dinner salad.

    Next time I am going to try your dip of Dijon and mayo! (And next time I Will not use the 1/4 c measuring cup. I only got 7. Oops! 🙂 )

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      April 18, 2018 at 2:18 PM

      I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them! 😊

      Reply
  15. Sue says

    May 16, 2018 at 3:04 PM

    I made these for dinner last night, served with lettuce and chopped tomatoes drizzled with a balsamic reduction. So delicious! I grated some onion in when adding the garlic and should have added more chili powder. Will definitely make again.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      May 17, 2018 at 10:01 AM

      I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them Sue! Love your additions and how you served them too!

      Reply
  16. Adrienne says

    May 21, 2018 at 1:07 PM

    Just joined Weight Watchers a week ago and am finding it hard to find recipes that I and the whole family will enjoy – I can crossed your spicy chicken patties via a pin on Pinterest and was like “YES!” I am going to make these as sliders for the kids (4yr old & 13 yr old) but am not quite sure which cheese would go best. I was hoping you had some suggestions?

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    • Kathryn says

      May 21, 2018 at 3:12 PM

      Hi Adrienne! I’m so happy you found this recipe and I hope your family loves it! These definitely make great sliders and I’ve used mozzarella and cheddar cheese for them for my kids because those are their favorite cheeses. Hope that helps!

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      • Adrienne says

        May 30, 2018 at 7:34 PM

        Thank you!
        These were DELICIOUS!
        The 4 year liked it so you know it has to be good 🙂

        Reply
        • Kathryn says

          May 30, 2018 at 8:57 PM

          Oh yay! I’m so happy to hear you and your kiddo liked these Adrienne! 😊

          Reply
    • Diana says

      February 18, 2019 at 2:55 PM

      How many weight watcher points are these? I just joined!

      Reply
      • Kathryn says

        February 18, 2019 at 3:14 PM

        Hi Diana! I’ve never done Weight Watchers so I’m not sure how to calculate their points. There is nutrition information in the recipe card above, in case that helps you figure it out. Hope you give these a try!

        Reply
        • Katie says

          March 4, 2019 at 3:02 PM

          Hi! I see the calorie per serving information, but about how many patties are in a serving? 1 or 2? Thanks!

          Reply
          • Kathryn says

            March 4, 2019 at 4:13 PM

            Hi Katie! The nutrition info is listed for a single patty. We generally eat 2-3 patties per person. I hope that helps!

            Reply
  17. georgie @ georgieeats says

    May 27, 2018 at 8:09 AM

    What a simple but brilliant idea!! Thank you so much for the inspo! I have pinned it…. x

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    • Kathryn says

      May 28, 2018 at 1:37 PM

      Yay! I hope you love them!

      Reply
  18. Krystal says

    July 19, 2018 at 1:56 PM

    I made these last night. Soooo good!

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    • Kathryn says

      July 19, 2018 at 2:24 PM

      Yay! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them Krystal! 😊

      Reply
  19. Rosemary Cheung says

    September 3, 2018 at 1:43 PM

    How do you suggest reheating them from frozen?

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    • Kathryn says

      September 4, 2018 at 10:34 AM

      Hi there! I usually pull out the number of patties I want from the freezer and let them defrost in the fridge overnight. When I’m ready to eat them, I heat them up in the microwave. You could also rewarm them in a pan if you prefer. I hope that helps!

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  20. Robn Staley says

    December 4, 2018 at 1:46 PM

    Just so I am clear, you are suggesting the freezer AFTER they are cooked? Just wondering if I could do before I cook then fry when defrosted. Have you tried that?

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    • Kathryn says

      December 5, 2018 at 6:21 AM

      Yes, I always freeze them after they are cooked. That way, I can defrost, reheat and enjoy without having to worry about raw chicken. I haven’t tried freezing them uncooked. You likely would need to lay the shaped patties flat on a baking sheet (I’d put a piece of wax paper down) and do an initial freeze that way before transferring them to a plastic bag for storage. Again, just be careful of handling the raw chicken during that process. Hope that helps!

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      • Robn Staley says

        December 5, 2018 at 8:52 AM

        I think just to be safe, I will go ahead and cook before freezing. I am anxious to try these. thank you!!

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        • Kathryn says

          December 5, 2018 at 2:30 PM

          I can’t wait to hear what you think – I hope you love them!

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  21. Cheryl says

    December 12, 2018 at 11:36 AM

    Do you think these would do well broiled or baked in a copper air fry baking pan?

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    • Kathryn says

      December 14, 2018 at 12:58 PM

      Hi Cheryl! I don’t have one of those pans, so I’m not sure. You could try baking them and broiling at the end to get a slight crust on the tops, but you’ll need to make sure they cook through all the way. Hope that helps!

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  22. Matt says

    January 13, 2019 at 3:10 PM

    How do you make that mustard sauce? It looks good

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    • Kathryn says

      January 14, 2019 at 7:07 AM

      Hi Matt! That mustard sauce was just a mixture of Dijon mustard and a nonfat plain Greek yogurt. I just add a bit of each until I’m happy with the mixture. These also go great with a honey mustard sauce as well. Hope you enjoy them!

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  23. Holly says

    January 30, 2019 at 3:35 PM

    These were great and I threw in some additions that made it even better. I added diced red onion, a splash of paprika and a bit of garlic powder. Topped it with dairy free smoked Gouda. I also made these regular size burgers with turkey instead of chicken sliders and they were perfect for a meal. Didn’t even need a bun! I also topped it with smashed avocado and that was a great touch.

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    • Kathryn says

      January 30, 2019 at 8:55 PM

      Those all sound like such yummy additions! So glad to hear you loved these!

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  24. Melissa Harrison says

    February 1, 2019 at 7:02 PM

    Hi! I’m making these for dinner tonight and super excited. You posted the yield of the recipe and the nutrition facts per serving, but you didn’t say how many patties are in one serving.

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    • Kathryn says

      February 3, 2019 at 7:59 PM

      Hi Melissa! So the nutrition facts are for just one patty – about 88 calories for one. We usually eat 2-3 per person. Hope that helps and hope you enjoy them!

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  25. Melissa says

    February 1, 2019 at 7:07 PM

    Hi! I’m making these for dinner tonight and super excited. How many patties are in one serving? You gave the yield and nutrition facts for a serving but no serving size.

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  26. Kim says

    February 3, 2019 at 6:56 PM

    Woohoo I snuck a veggie in!!! My husband won’t eat veggies or salad so any chance I get I sneak ‘em in, where my son makes more of an effort to try new things, I even got him eating spinach. This was a great treat for the three of us during the Super Bowl. We’re trying to eat better and this was a super alternative to nachos or pigs in a blanket 😍 I just wasn’t very creative on a dipping sauce. I went with a spicy bbq. It worked.

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    • Kathryn says

      February 3, 2019 at 8:02 PM

      Yay!! I’m so happy this was a hit and helped you get some veggies in your family! 😊 And I think the spicy BBQ sounds like a great dipping sauce!

      Reply
  27. Emily says

    April 2, 2019 at 9:56 AM

    Okay, I just tried these and wow! They’re amazing. I have a hard time getting vegetables in so this is a great way to incorporate it! I ate this with some baked tortilla chips and they were great. Didn’t even need a sauce cause they were very juicy!

    Thanks for this recipe!

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    • Kathryn says

      April 2, 2019 at 11:15 AM

      I’m so happy to hear you loved them Emily! ❤️

      Reply
  28. Robin Bennett says

    October 9, 2019 at 7:10 AM

    this looks great – can’t wait to try

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      October 9, 2019 at 8:21 AM

      I hope you love them!

      Reply
  29. luda says

    December 17, 2019 at 8:44 AM

    What a great meal! I love how quick it is!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      December 17, 2019 at 6:43 PM

      I’m so happy you enjoyed these chicken patties! Thanks so much for sharing! 😊

      Reply
  30. Frank Mosher says

    January 5, 2020 at 12:57 PM

    C’mon!! There are virtually no spices in these patties? Ground chicken is very neutral, you have to “hit” it with something? Cumin, Cilantro, Curry, something? Cheers!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      January 7, 2020 at 9:54 AM

      Have you tried this recipe Frank? They are actually very flavorful!

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  31. Robin says

    January 10, 2020 at 12:12 PM

    These look great. Might have to try them this weekend. Love anything spicy.

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    • Jaime says

      January 10, 2020 at 12:21 PM

      We must come from the same genes. I love spicy too.

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      January 10, 2020 at 3:00 PM

      I’m the same way – bring on the heat! Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  32. Lori Smerek says

    February 20, 2020 at 8:22 PM

    These were delicious!! I used nearly 2 cups of finely grated zucchini & my kids actually suggested I add in even more next time! Definitely a keeper!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      February 24, 2020 at 9:52 PM

      I’m so happy you all enjoyed them Lori! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
  33. Kitt says

    February 21, 2020 at 5:22 PM

    Made these with an avocado sauce, they are great.

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      February 24, 2020 at 9:52 PM

      That sounds like a yummy combination! I’m so glad you liked them! 😊

      Reply
  34. Catherine says

    June 3, 2020 at 6:41 PM

    Really really good! And I’m not a fan of ground chicken.Will definitely make again and again! Added more garlic because I love it. Thanks for the recipe!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      June 4, 2020 at 8:08 AM

      I’m so happy you loved these Catherine! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
  35. Margaret Davis says

    June 23, 2020 at 10:02 PM

    I LOVE THESE!!! I make them all the time sometimes with my own herb blends…has anyone tried these in an air fryer?! I’m gonna try that tonight…I love these…I make a batch and freeze the party mix and make them fresh each time…a serious go-to recipe for me!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      June 25, 2020 at 2:10 PM

      Yay, I’m so happy to hear you love these Margaret! And love the idea of making a big batch to have on hand anytime you want to cook some up. I haven’t tried them in the Air Fryer – yet! Sounds like a great idea; would love to hear if you try it and how it goes! 😊

      Reply
  36. Kelly says

    July 13, 2020 at 1:26 PM

    These look so good! Has anyone tried them in an air fryer instead of a skillet? Thanks!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      July 14, 2020 at 1:13 PM

      Hi Kelly! I heard from a reader (on social media I think) that she made them in an air fryer but I’m not sure what time or temperature. Would love to hear if you try it – it’s on my to do list for sure to make them that way!

      Reply
  37. Cici says

    December 31, 2020 at 6:59 PM

    Just started cooking recently and this was wonderfully easy and SO tasty. I’m on WW and this less than a point per patty. I put them on a bun and made a chicken burger and it completely sated my need for a burger. Thank you!

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    • Kathryn Doherty says

      January 1, 2021 at 10:04 AM

      Yay, I’m so happy to hear that Cici! Thanks so much for sharing! 😊

      Reply

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