Russian Chicken Patties

5 from 1 vote

These Russian chicken patties or chicken fritters are quick to prepare and are bound to please your children (or anyone else).

Prep Time20

Cook Time15

Total Time35

Course: Chicken Breast

Cuisine: Russian

Servings: servings

Calories: 509kcal

Author: Adina

Dice the chicken breast into fine cubes, about 0.2 inches/ ½ cm. Place the cubes into a bowl, preferably one with a lid.
3 large chicken breasts
Combine: Add the mayonnaise, lightly beaten eggs, cornstarch, and grated garlic cloves. Season generously with salt and pepper. Mix well.
3 tablespoons mayonnaise + 3 eggs + 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 garlic cloves + ½ teaspoon fine sea salt + ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Refrigerate batter: Cover the bowl with the lid or with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for about 4-6 hours (Note 2).
Shape patties: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Drop a heaping tablespoon of chicken batter into the pan, shaping it gently with the spoon. Repeat until the pan is full, leaving space between each fritter.
3-5 tablespoons vegetable oil
Cook Russian patties on medium heat for a total time of about 5 minutes, turning once in between, or until cooked through and golden. To make sure that they are cooked through, cut one in the middle, the meat should be completely white. Place the cooked fritters on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil between the batches, when necessary.

Seasoning: You can add other spices or fresh herbs if you like.
Chiling time: Refrigerate the mixture for several hours; this resting time allows the flavors to blend and helps the patties hold their shape when frying.