Chicken Kotleti

Name: Chicken Kotleti (Russian Pan-Fried Patties)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 15 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken; 1 cup Panko bread crumbs; 1/2 cup milk; 2 Tbsp sour cream; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; 1 egg; 1 small onion (grated); 1/2 cup flour for dredging; Olive oil or canola oil to sautee

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Chicken kotleti are traditional Russian ground chicken patties with a crispy flour-dusted exterior and a tender, sour cream-enriched interior, pan-fried until golden in just 8 minutes total.

🌍Russian 🌍Ukrainian 🏷️Chicken kotleti

Total

25 min

Servings

15

Recipe Source

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From Natashaskitchen

Ingredients

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Instructions

1
Combine 1 cup of breadcrumbs with 1/2 cup of milk, let them stand for 5 minutes.
2
Add chicken, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1 egg and 1 onion to the bread mix & stir together.
3
Using wet hands make oval patties than dredge both sides in flour.
4
Place patties in the preheated nonstick skillet with 2-3 Tbsp of oil. Cover and cook until golden on both sides, 5 minutes on the first side and 3 minutes on the next. Add more oil as needed.

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Tips & Notes

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Pro tips

Soak breadcrumbs in milk for the full 5 minutes to hydrate them completely; this ensures the kotleti stay tender, not dense.
Use wet hands when shaping patties to prevent sticking and create smooth, even ovals.
Cover the skillet while cooking to trap steam and ensure the centers cook through; uncover briefly at the end if needed to crisp the surface.
Don't skip dredging in flour—it creates the signature golden crust that defines the dish.

Substitutions

Panko breadcrumbs → regular breadcrumbs (texture will be slightly denser)
Sour cream → Greek yogurt or crème fraîche (similar tang and binding)
Onion → finely minced garlic (¼ tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced; adjust salt slightly)
Olive or canola oil → butter or lard (use same amount; adds richness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooked kotleti in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat until warmed through.

Common Questions

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Can I make chicken kotleti ahead of time?

Yes. Form and refrigerate patties on a tray for up to 4 hours before cooking, or freeze for up to 1 month; thaw before pan-frying.

What's the difference between kotleti and regular chicken patties?

Kotleti use soaked breadcrumbs mixed into the meat and sour cream for moisture and tang, creating a distinctive tender texture different from standard breaded cutlets.