Classic Russian Kotleti are a lot like meatballs, just flavored and formed a bit differently. Kotleti to kids in Russia, are like chicken nuggets to kids in US.
Anytime we come across a Russian cafe, we always end up ordering Kotleti. Some of the best ones I’ve tried were at Brighton Beach, New York. These Kotleti are moist, flavored perfectly, using a few, simple ingredients.
Similar Recipes to Try:
Share Some Love ❤️
Recipe
This classic Russian kotleti recipe tastes like it came straight out of grandmother's kitchen. These juicy and tender meat patties are surely going to become your new favorite comfort food!
Ingredients
- 3 lb ground chicken
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 medium onion grated
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 bread slices
- 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp ground black pepper adjust to taste
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak the bread pieces in milk for about 10 minutes. Shred the bread into small pieces.
- CMix ground chicken with egg, mayonnaise, and bread. Mix in onion and season to taste.
- Preheat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Spoon equal portions of the meat mixture into the pan, leaving a little bit of space between each patty. Fry on each side until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes on each side).
Nutrition Facts
Classic Russian Kotleti (Meatballs)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 189mg63%
Sodium 1062mg44%
Potassium 956mg27%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 87IU2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 51mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
What kind of oil do you prefer to use when frying?
Hey Stacie, currently I am loving avocado oil from Costco. I seem to be changing the preference pretty often. 🙂
These turned out delicious and moist. I loved sharing the flavors of my childhood with my children and husband. Saving this recipe.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe, thank you for taking the time to comment!
Hi Natalya,
Can I make them without Mayonnaise? Or use sour cream instead?
Thanks
Hey, yes you can. It will add that moist texture for them to be delicious!
Hi Natalya! Do you use ground chicken breast or thighs? Thanks!
I don't have a preference, whatever I have on hand.
How much salt and pepper did you use?
About 1 tsp ground black pepper and 1/2 a tbsp of salt. Each salt brand has a slightly different strength so its good to do a little taste test after the first batch cooks.
Just made these and oh my goodness they are so delicious! My picky kids even loved them. I told them they are chicken nuggets and they were flying off the plate! This recipe is so simple compared to the breaded katleti and they taste way better. Thank you thank you!!
Alina, thank you! Its on our menu for this week. They are guilt free nuggets 😉 So happy you guys loved them!
Hi there, would any kind of bread work with this?
Any bread would work but I found that French bread works the best.
My daughter in law is from Kharkov Ukraine and I have been trying to find dishes to make for her when they come visit. I will definately try this one. When we went over there last May for the wedding and to meet her family, we loved the food. Thank you for sharing.
Hi, thanks for stopping by. I hope you get to check out other traditional Slavic recipes. I immigrated from Ukraine also 🙂
That's very interesting to make chicken nuggets with ground chicken! It sounds yummy, I'm confused what to do with the bread- breadcrumbs?
After soaking bread in milk you would add it to the meat. Bread makes the nuggets moist. I think you will love them but still let me know how it goes 🙂