Chicken patties are delicious and savory snacks made with a flavorful chicken filling enclosed in a crisp pastry crust. Here’s a recipe for Chicken Patties:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Ready in: 55 minutes
Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 250 grams ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
For the pastry:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
For assembly:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds for garnishing (optional)
Instructions:
- In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Saute until the onions turn translucent.
- Add ground chicken to the pan and cook until it is no longer pink and cooked through.
- Add garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add chilled butter cubes and rub them into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water to the flour mixture and knead until it forms a smooth dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the dough.
- Place a spoonful of the cooled chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle shape. Seal the edges by pressing them together with a fork.
- Place the assembled patties on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds over them, if desired.
- Bake the chicken patties in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Chicken patties are perfect as a snack or appetizer. They can be enjoyed on their own or served with ketchup or a dipping sauce of your choice. These tasty treats are sure to be a hit at any gathering or party.
