Potato, Chicken & Mushroom Patties with Creamy Sauce
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Comfort Food
🧾 Ingredients
For the Patties
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 eggs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, grated
- 5 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cooked chicken fillet, shredded (or ~1 cup cooked shredded chicken)
- 4–5 mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 100 ml cream
- 100 g (3.5 oz) cheese, grated
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Butter or oil, for frying
- Additional flour for dusting
For the Creamy Sauce
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- A pinch of finely chopped onion (optional)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Salt & pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Boil & Mash the Potatoes
- Boil the peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water for ~15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and mash well. Let cool slightly.
2. Cook the Veggies
- In a skillet, heat butter or oil and sauté the chopped onions for 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the grated carrots and cook another 2–3 minutes. Set aside.
3. Make the Patty Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with salt, pepper, and flour.
- Add mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and mix.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and mix until combined.
4. Shape & Cook the Patties
- Form into thick patties (~1 inch).
- Lightly coat each with flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet and fry patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Set aside.
5. Make the Mushroom & Chicken Topping
- In the same pan, sauté sliced mushrooms in a little butter until golden.
- Add the cooked chicken fillet (or any extra chicken), season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the cream and grated cheese. Simmer until cheese is melted and mixture thickens.
6. Prepare the Creamy Dill Sauce
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, garlic, a pinch of onion, chopped dill, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
7. Assemble and Serve
- Plate the patties.
- Spoon the mushroom-chicken mixture on top.
- Drizzle with creamy dill sauce and garnish with more fresh dill if desired.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- With a green salad
- Over a bed of rice
- Alongside roasted veggies or light soup
🔁 Variations
- Vegan: Use mashed lentils or sautéed mushrooms instead of chicken, plant-based cheese/cream
- Spicy: Add paprika, chili flakes, or hot sauce to the mix
- Cheese lovers: Swap cheddar for gouda, mozzarella, or even blue cheese
✅ Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
❓ Q&A – Everything You Might Want to Know
1. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes! Cook and cool the patties and sauce separately. Store in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
2. Can I freeze the patties?
Definitely. Freeze uncooked patties in a single layer, then store in a freezer-safe bag. Cook straight from frozen—just add a few extra minutes of frying or bake.
3. Can I use ground chicken instead of shredded?
Yes. Just brown the ground chicken with onions or mushrooms before mixing it into the patties.
4. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Not as-is, but it can be! Swap the flour with a gluten-free blend or cornstarch in both the patty and dusting.
5. Can I use different cheese?
Of course. Mozzarella, gouda, feta, or even goat cheese are great swaps depending on your flavor preference.
6. What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
7. Can I add other veggies?
Sure! Add spinach, bell peppers, zucchini, or peas to the patty mix or sauce.
8. Can I bake the patties instead of frying?
Yes! Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway for even browning.
9. Can I make the sauce dairy-free?
Yep. Swap sour cream with unsweetened coconut yogurt, almond-based cream, or cashew cream.
10. How do I thicken the sauce if it’s too thin?
Let it simmer longer, or mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tsp water and stir it into the sauce to thicken.
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