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I love that these easy-going lemon herb chicken patties turn out juicy, golden and savory. Pop them in between toasted burger buns, add to a salad, tuck them into wraps and pita or serve them over creamy mashed potatoes. Kids go nuts for these tasty chicken patties and they are also wonderful for meal prep! The parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs give these patties incredible color and crunch. The lemon and herbs add a ton of fresh flavor. These easy chicken patties are one of my favorite ways to use ground chicken for lunch or dinner!
Dive into this easy recipe for delicious homemade lemon herb chicken patties loaded with herbs, lemon and parmesan cheese.
Love these patties? Also try my buffalo burgers with gorgonzola, this bacon cheeseburger meatloaf, or a fun pizza slider recipe.
Why You’ll Love It
Versatile recipe: These chicken patties are incredibly versatile. Add them to salads, rice bowls, and wraps, or dice them up and serve as chicken nuggets to make them kid-friendly. Also, they’re perfect for a chicken burger recipe.
Oh so easy: All you need to do is mix the ingredients and cook them into delicious chicken patties.
Make ahead-friendly: Perfect for meal prepping and freezing for later.
Ingredients for Lemon Herb Chicken Patties
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Ground chicken: Use lean, good-quality ground chicken meat as the base. You can also make your own ground chicken by grinding chicken breasts and thighs in your food processor.
Mayonnaise: This adds moisture and flavor!
Panko breadcrumbs: These provide a light, crispy texture.
Fresh basil and chives: These chopped herbs elevate the flavor and balance out the richness.
Lemon: Brightens the patties’ flavor.
Smoked paprika: For lovely color and smoky depth.
Garlic powder: An easy seasoning with quick results.
Grated parmesan cheese: Contributes a rich, nutty taste and golden brown color.
How to Make Homemade Chicken Patties
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Prepare the mixture: Combine the patty ingredients using your hands.
Form the patties: Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal patties.
Pan fry the patties: Cook the patties in olive oil for 6 to 8 minutes per side or until done, then serve immediately.
Substitutions and Variations
Ground chicken: Swap with ground turkey or lean ground beef for traditional beef burgers. Pork is yummy, too!
Mayonnaise: Use Greek yogurt or sour cream for a lighter option in your recipe for chicken patties.
Panko breadcrumbs: Regular bread crumbs or crushed crackers work well.
Fresh basil and chives: Substitute with dried herbs, adjusting the quantity to taste.
Parmesan cheese: Use grated asiago or romano cheese for a different flavor.
Spicy: Add a finely chopped jalapeño or a pinch of chili flakes to the mixture.
Extra herby: Play with other fresh herbs like tarragon, green onions, oregano, basil, or thyme.
Cheesy: Mix in shredded cheddar or mozzarella for a gooey center.
Added veggies: Incorporate finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers, grated onion, spinach, or mushrooms.
Gluten-free: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs in your chicken burgers.
Serving Suggestions
Appetizer: Try a fresh and bright salad like this tomato, pesto and burrata recipe or my easy sheet pan crab legs. A wedge salad is also a yummy, fresh start.
Main: Serve this chicken patties recipe with creamy mashed potatoes, cauliflower mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, or rice. Sliced tomatoes and avocados are also good.
Dessert: Make my easy lemon tart or this cherry cheesecake ice-box cake as an end-of-meal treat.
How to Store Chicken Patties
Store: Keep leftover ground chicken breast patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze the patties on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Thaw frozen patties in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: Reheat patties in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Top Tips
Don’t overmix: Gently combine ingredients to keep the patties tender and avoid a dense texture.
Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the chicken mixture for 15 to 30 minutes before forming patties to help them hold their shape better.
Uniform size: Ensure patties are of equal size for even cooking.
Press a dimple: Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Resting time: Let cooked patties rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and enhance flavor.
Lemon Herb Chicken Patties FAQs
Yes, you can bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Another idea is air frying them until golden and cooked through.
Chilling the mixture before forming the patties and ensuring they are mixed well but not overmixed will help them hold together.
Yes, finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms can be added to the mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
Lemon Parmesan Chicken Patties Recipe
Lemon Herb Chicken Patties
Ingredients
- 1 Pound ground chicken
- 3 Tablespoons mayonnaise
- ¼ Cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ Teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ Teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- ½ Teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ Cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Combine ground chicken, mayonnaise, Panko, basil, chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and parmesan in a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to mix everything until evenly distributed.
- Divide chicken mixture into 4 equal patties and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken patties to the hot pan and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Serve chicken patties with vegetables and mashed potatoes if desired.
Notes
Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the chicken mixture for 15 to 30 minutes before forming patties to help them hold their shape better.
Uniform size: Ensure patties are of equal size for even cooking.
Press a dimple: Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
Resting time: Let cooked patties rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and enhance flavor.
Nutrition
You will love how these lemon herb chicken patties come out juicy, golden, and savory. You can enjoy them in burger buns, wraps, pitas, over creamy mashed potatoes, or warm salad. Kids go crazy for these delicious patties! Adding parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs delivers a fantastic color and crunch.
Other Chicken Recipes to Try
- Dive into this grilled chicken with pineapple salsa for a pop of sunny flavor!
- Chicken stroganoff is utterly creamy yet light and delicious.
- My masala chicken thighs are deeply delicious and fall-apart tender.
- Make chicken with dumplings for a recipe that tastes like more!
- A chicken Bolognese recipe? Yes please! Loaded with goodness.
Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
I love how juicy and flavorful these chicken patties are! Great for meal prep.
These lemon herb chicken patties were a hit! Juicy and flavorful—great for meal prep too.
I tried this for my kids and it was a hit with them. I really enjoyed it as much as they did, too!