Tropical Chickpea & Chicken Patties
These delicious Tropical Chickpea & Chicken Patties blend the flavors of lean ground chicken with hearty chickpeas and zesty mango chutney, creating a delightful burst of taste in every bite. Enhanced with aromatic curry powder and fresh onions, these burgers are perfect for a quick lunch or snack. Even the pickiest of eaters in your family will enjoy these scrumptious patties, which are easy to prepare and can be served in numerous ways. Add your favorite condiments such as chutney, chili sauce, or sour cream for an extra kick!
8
Servings
300
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
chickpeas
400 g (tinned, drained and rinsed)
lean ground chicken
500 g (fresh)
mango chutney
2 tablespoons (smooth)
onion
1 small (very finely chopped)
curry powder
2 teaspoons (ground)
Instructions
1
Begin by draining and rinsing the tinned chickpeas to remove excess sodium.
2
In a food processor, pulse the chickpeas until they are roughly chopped but not puréed.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped chickpeas with the ground chicken, mango chutney, finely chopped onion, and curry powder. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
4
With wet hands, shape the mixture into evenly sized patties, about 1 inch thick.
5
Preheat your BBQ plate or skillet over medium heat and lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
6
Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7
Serve hot with extra mango chutney, chili sauce, or a dollop of sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Information
7.5 g
Fat
20 g
Protein
7.5 g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main ingredients in Tropical Chickpea & Chicken Patties?
The main ingredients include tinned chickpeas, lean ground chicken, mango chutney, a small onion, and curry powder.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
How much protein is in each patty?
Each serving provides 20 grams of protein.
Is there a lot of fiber in these patties?
Yes, there are 7.5 grams of fiber per serving, primarily from the chickpeas.
How should I prepare the chickpeas?
Drain and rinse the tinned chickpeas, then pulse them in a food processor until roughly chopped but not pureed.
How thick should I shape the patties?
The patties should be shaped to about 1 inch thick.
What is the recommended cooking time?
Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
What equipment do I need to cook the patties?
You can use a BBQ plate or a skillet over medium heat.
What type of mango chutney is best for this recipe?
Smooth mango chutney is recommended for the best texture within the patty mixture.
Are these patties suitable for children?
Yes, they are tagged as family-friendly and are a great option for even picky eaters.
What condiments pair well with these chicken patties?
They are delicious served with extra mango chutney, chili sauce, or a dollop of sour cream.
Should I use fresh or frozen chicken?
The recipe calls for fresh lean ground chicken.
How do I prevent the mixture from sticking to my hands?
It is recommended to use wet hands when shaping the mixture into patties.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
Each serving contains 7.5 grams of fat.
Can these be served as a snack?
Yes, these are categorized under Lunch/Snacks and make a great protein-rich snack.
Do I need to oil the cooking surface?
Yes, lightly oil the BBQ plate or skillet to prevent the patties from sticking.
How should the onion be prepared?
The onion should be very finely chopped so it blends well into the meat mixture.
What gives the patties their yellow color and spice?
The curry powder provides both the aromatic spice and a golden hue.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy due to the lean chicken and high fiber content from chickpeas.
Can I make these if I don't have a food processor?
While a food processor is easiest for pulsing chickpeas, you can roughly chop them by hand or mash them partially with a fork.
What is the prep time for the chickpeas?
They just need to be drained, rinsed, and pulsed, which takes only a few minutes.
Are these patties gluten-free?
The core ingredients (chicken, chickpeas, onion, curry) are naturally gluten-free, but check your mango chutney and curry powder labels for additives.
How many grams of chickpeas are required?
You will need 400 grams of tinned chickpeas.
How much ground chicken is used?
The recipe requires 500 grams of lean ground chicken.
Is there any added sugar in the recipe?
The recipe itself does not list sugar as an additive, though there is some sugar naturally occurring in the mango chutney.
How much curry powder should I add?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of ground curry powder.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to drain and rinse the tinned chickpeas to remove excess sodium.
Can I serve these on a burger bun?
Yes, while they are great as standalone patties or snacks, they are also tagged as 'burger' and work well on a bun.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as Lunch/Snacks.