Chicken Zucchini Garlic Patties (Print)
Juicy chicken patties with zucchini, chives, and creamy cilantro sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or snacks.
# Ingredients:
→ Patties
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1 pound ground chicken (at least 7% fat recommended)
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1-2 medium zucchini squash (about 1½ cups shredded)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
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1-2 tablespoons oil for cooking
→ Creamy Cilantro Sauce
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1 cup fresh cilantro
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1 small garlic clove (or more depending on preference)
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon cottage cheese
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1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
# Steps:
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Combine cilantro, garlic clove, mayonnaise, cottage cheese, and vinegar in a food processor and blend until combined. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken and allow flavors to combine. Alternatively, chop cilantro finely and mix all ingredients by hand. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
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Grate zucchini squash using a cheese grater and place on a paper towel. Sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and squeeze to remove excess moisture.
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In a large bowl, mix grated zucchini, ground chicken, minced garlic, chives, kosher salt, and black pepper. Form the mixture into 6 three-inch patties.
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Heat a large nonstick or cast iron skillet with oil over medium heat. Cook patties for 4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. If not fully cooked but becoming too browned, transfer to an oven preheated to 350°F and bake for 2 minutes.
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Serve warm with creamy cilantro sauce, either as a dip or by topping each patty with a small amount of sauce.
# Notes:
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For best results, let the creamy cilantro sauce chill in the refrigerator before serving to enhance flavor and consistency.