COURSE:
Baby Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties
Juicy, flavour-packed and secretly nutritious, these Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties are a clever twist on a family favourite. Made with lean minced chicken, wholesome chia seeds and a blend of herbs and spices, they’re tender on the inside with a golden, lightly crisp exterior – perfect for quick dinners, lunchboxes or meal prep.
A Smart Ingredient Boost
Chia seeds might be small, but they bring a big nutritional boost. Packed with fibre and omega-3, they help keep the patties moist while adding a subtle texture that blends seamlessly into the mix. It’s an easy way to level up a classic chicken patty without compromising on flavour.
Simple, Speedy Cooking
These patties come together quickly with just a handful of ingredients. Mix, shape and cook in your air fryer or using the sauté function on your Instant Pot until golden and cooked through. The result is juicy, well-seasoned patties with minimal oil and maximum flavour.
Serve Your Way
Enjoy them tucked into burger buns with salad and your favourite sauce, sliced into wraps, or served alongside rice and greens for a balanced plate. They’re also great cold, making them ideal for packed lunches or picnic spreads.
Family-Friendly and Freezer-Friendly
These chicken patties are brilliant for batch cooking. Make a double batch and freeze for quick meals on busy days – simply reheat in the air fryer for a speedy dinner solution.
Wholesome, Tasty and Fuss-Free
Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties prove that healthy swaps can still be delicious. Full of flavour, easy to make and endlessly versatile, they’re a recipe you’ll keep coming back to.
Cheeky Chia & Chicken Patties
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Servings:
20–24 mini patties
Product:
Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
- 1/2/80g cup sweet potato
- 1/4 head broccoli
- 500 g chicken thigh mince
- 50 g cheddar, gruyere, or gouda
- Zest of 1 lemon, optional
- 5–6 g fresh parsley, finely chopped, or 1/2 tsp mixed dried herbs
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
Add the water to the Instant Pot and insert the trivet. Peel dice the sweet potato into 2cm cubes, place on the trivet, and pressure cook on High for 9 minutes. Quick release and transfer to a bowl.
Place the broccoli on the trivet and pressure cook on High for 4 minutes. Quick release and add to the bowl. Mash the sweet potato and broccoli.
Add the chicken mince, cheese, lemon zest if using, parsley or herbs, and chia seeds. Mix well and rest for 15 minutes to allow the chia to hydrate and firm the mixture.
Portion into tablespoon-sized balls, flatten gently, and cook in an air fryer at 200°C for 5–8 minutes or bake in the oven for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Age suitability
Suitable from 8 months+ when cooked through and served appropriately. Particularly well suited to 9–24 months as a high-protein, iron-containing snack or meal component.
Serving suggestions
For baby-led weaning (around 8 months+)
Serve whole or halved patties if very soft. The shape is naturally graspable. Always supervise and ensure patties squash easily between fingers.
For toddlers (primary use)
Serve as finger food with vegetables, yogurt dip, or alongside pasta or rice. These are ideal for lunchboxes and snacks.
This recipe is perfect for air fryers like the Vortex Air Fryer.
Cheeky Chia & Chicken Patties
COURSE:
Baby Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Servings:
20–24 mini patties
Product:
Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
- 1/2/80g cup sweet potato
- 1/4 head broccoli
- 500 g chicken thigh mince
- 50 g cheddar, gruyere, or gouda
- Zest of 1 lemon, optional
- 5–6 g fresh parsley, finely chopped, or 1/2 tsp mixed dried herbs
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
Add the water to the Instant Pot and insert the trivet. Peel dice the sweet potato into 2cm cubes, place on the trivet, and pressure cook on High for 9 minutes. Quick release and transfer to a bowl.
Place the broccoli on the trivet and pressure cook on High for 4 minutes. Quick release and add to the bowl. Mash the sweet potato and broccoli.
Add the chicken mince, cheese, lemon zest if using, parsley or herbs, and chia seeds. Mix well and rest for 15 minutes to allow the chia to hydrate and firm the mixture.
Portion into tablespoon-sized balls, flatten gently, and cook in an air fryer at 200°C for 5–8 minutes or bake in the oven for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Age suitability
Suitable from 8 months+ when cooked through and served appropriately. Particularly well suited to 9–24 months as a high-protein, iron-containing snack or meal component.
Serving suggestions
For baby-led weaning (around 8 months+)
Serve whole or halved patties if very soft. The shape is naturally graspable. Always supervise and ensure patties squash easily between fingers.
For toddlers (primary use)
Serve as finger food with vegetables, yogurt dip, or alongside pasta or rice. These are ideal for lunchboxes and snacks.
This recipe is perfect for air fryers like the Vortex Air Fryer.
Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties
Juicy, flavour-packed and secretly nutritious, these Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties are a clever twist on a family favourite. Made with lean minced chicken, wholesome chia seeds and a blend of herbs and spices, they’re tender on the inside with a golden, lightly crisp exterior – perfect for quick dinners, lunchboxes or meal prep.
A Smart Ingredient Boost
Chia seeds might be small, but they bring a big nutritional boost. Packed with fibre and omega-3, they help keep the patties moist while adding a subtle texture that blends seamlessly into the mix. It’s an easy way to level up a classic chicken patty without compromising on flavour.
Simple, Speedy Cooking
These patties come together quickly with just a handful of ingredients. Mix, shape and cook in your air fryer or using the sauté function on your Instant Pot until golden and cooked through. The result is juicy, well-seasoned patties with minimal oil and maximum flavour.
Serve Your Way
Enjoy them tucked into burger buns with salad and your favourite sauce, sliced into wraps, or served alongside rice and greens for a balanced plate. They’re also great cold, making them ideal for packed lunches or picnic spreads.
Family-Friendly and Freezer-Friendly
These chicken patties are brilliant for batch cooking. Make a double batch and freeze for quick meals on busy days – simply reheat in the air fryer for a speedy dinner solution.
Wholesome, Tasty and Fuss-Free
Cheeky Chia Chicken Patties prove that healthy swaps can still be delicious. Full of flavour, easy to make and endlessly versatile, they’re a recipe you’ll keep coming back to.
