Chicken Tikka Patties

🔥 Chicken Tikka Patties (Make & Freeze)

⏱ Makes: 8–10 patties

🧊 Storage: Fridge 4 days | Freezer up to 1 month

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📝 Ingredients

 • 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken

 • ¼ cup Greek yogurt (or thick plain yogurt)

 • ¼ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed oats)

 • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

 • 1 tsp garam masala

 • 1 tsp paprika or Kashmiri chili powder

 • ½ tsp ground cumin

 • ½ tsp ground coriander

 • ½ tsp turmeric

 • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

 • ¼ tsp black pepper

 • 1 tbsp lemon juice

 • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped

 • 1 tbsp oil (for cooking)

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👩‍🍳 Method

1️⃣ Mix

Add all ingredients to a bowl.

Mix gently until just combined — do not overmix (this keeps patties juicy).

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2️⃣ Shape

Divide mixture into 8–10 portions.

Flatten into round patties about ¾-inch thick.

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3️⃣ Cook (Choose One)

Pan-Cook (Best Flavor)

 • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

 • Cook patties 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

Oven-Bake

 • Bake at 400°F / 200°C for 18–20 minutes, flipping once.

Air Fryer

 • Air fry at 375°F / 190°C for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway.

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❄️ How to Freeze (Very Important)

Option 1: Freeze Raw (Best for Fresh Taste)

 1. Place shaped raw patties on a tray.

 2. Freeze until solid (1–2 hours).

 3. Transfer to freezer bag with parchment between layers.

➡️ Cook straight from frozen (add 2–3 extra minutes).

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Option 2: Freeze Cooked

 1. Let patties cool completely.

 2. Freeze in a single layer.

 3. Store in airtight container.

➡️ Reheat in pan, air fryer, or oven.